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Trains from Annaka

28Jun
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Annaka
Nagano

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Morning trains

07:53
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
42m
08:35
NaganoNagano Station
Direct
Asama 601
from
3121 USD
1
42m, Direct
07:53
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
08:35
NaganoNagano Station
from
3121 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
08:32
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
41m
09:13
NaganoNagano Station
Direct
Asama 603
from
3121 USD
1
41m, Direct
08:32
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
09:13
NaganoNagano Station
from
3121 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

13:09
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
42m
13:51
NaganoNagano Station
Direct
Asama 611
from
3121 USD
1
42m, Direct
13:09
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
13:51
NaganoNagano Station
from
3121 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
15:09
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
42m
15:51
NaganoNagano Station
Direct
Asama 615
from
3121 USD
1
42m, Direct
15:09
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
15:51
NaganoNagano Station
from
3121 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:42
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
42m
19:24
NaganoNagano Station
Direct
Asama 623
from
3121 USD
1
42m, Direct
18:42
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
19:24
NaganoNagano Station
from
3121 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
19:41
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
43m
20:24
NaganoNagano Station
Direct
Asama 625
from
3121 USD
1
43m, Direct
19:41
AnnakaAnnakaharuna Station
20:24
NaganoNagano Station
from
3121 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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First train

07:53
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Last train

23:08
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Travel duration

42m
daily-departure

Daily departures

10
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Departure station

Annaka
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Changes

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Arrival station

Nagano
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Ticket price

from $22
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Fastest trip

41m
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Longest trip

44m

Trains to Annaka

Inbound trains to Annaka arrive at either Annaka-Haruna Station or Annaka Station, depending on the line. Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Tokyo reach Annaka-Haruna in around 1h10m to 1h25m, while trains from Ueno arrive in about 1h. Services from Omiya reach Annaka-Haruna in around 45m. From the Nagano side, trains from Karuizawa arrive in about 12m, and services from Nagano take roughly 50m to 1h. On the Shinetsu Main Line, regional JR East trains from Takasaki arrive at Annaka Station in around 11m, while trains from Yokokawa take about 18m.

Visiting Annaka

Annaka is a secondary rail hub in western Gunma Prefecture, positioned between Takasaki and the Usui Pass area. The city has two main passenger stations: Annaka-Haruna on the Hokuriku Shinkansen and Annaka Station on the JR East Shinetsu Main Line. This gives Annaka both bullet train access and local rail links within the Takasaki area. Trains from Annaka include Hokuriku Shinkansen services at Annaka-Haruna and regional JR East trains at Annaka Station. Annaka-Haruna is the main train station for long-distance travel toward the Tokyo corridor and Nagano Prefecture, while Annaka Station handles local services between Takasaki and Yokokawa on the Shinetsu Main Line. Rail routes from Annaka run southeast toward Takasaki, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, and northwest toward Karuizawa, Sakudaira, Ueda, and Nagano. Regional trains also connect Annaka with Yokokawa for the western end of the Shinetsu Main Line. Book trains from and to Annaka online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Annaka

From Annaka-Haruna, JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen services run southeast toward the Tokyo corridor, stopping at major rail hubs such as Takasaki, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. In the opposite direction, bullet train services continue toward Karuizawa and Nagano Prefecture, with onward connections across the Hokuriku Shinkansen network. From Annaka Station, JR East Shinetsu Main Line trains provide regional access within western Gunma. Eastbound services run toward Takasaki, where passengers can transfer to Joetsu Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, and regional lines. Westbound regional trains continue toward Yokokawa at the end of the active Shinetsu Main Line passenger section.

Annaka

Annakaharuna Station

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Nagano

Nagano Station

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Booking Annaka Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Annaka with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen or Shinetsu Main Line services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Annaka train stations such as Annaka-Haruna and Annaka Station, depending on whether your route uses bullet train or regional rail.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Annaka services include regular tickets for JR East regional trains and reserved or non-reserved seating options on eligible Hokuriku Shinkansen services. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear for advance bookings to and from Tokyo, Ueno, Omiya, Takasaki, Karuizawa, and Nagano, while local fares are generally simpler.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Annaka train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom season. Train prices vary by service type; ticket counters remain available at major JR East stations such as Takasaki and Tokyo. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Annaka Train Travel FAQ and Tips

How do I buy train tickets to and from Annaka?

Book train tickets to and from Annaka on Rail Monsters by entering Annaka-Haruna or Annaka Station, selecting your travel date, and choosing the JR East service that fits your route. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Annaka services, which helps during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom season. Booking confirmation is sent by email.

Is there an airport rail connection from Annaka?

Annaka does not have a direct airport rail station. For Tokyo-area flights, travelers usually take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Annaka-Haruna toward Ueno or Tokyo, then transfer within the JR East network and airport rail services for Haneda Airport or Narita Airport. For regional travel, Annaka Station connects to Takasaki, where more rail transfer options are available.

What is the main train route from Annaka?

The main long-distance route from Annaka is the JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen from Annaka-Haruna Station to Tokyo Station, taking around 1h10m to 1h25m depending on the stopping pattern. Asama services are the usual bullet train option at Annaka-Haruna. For regional travel, Annaka Station links with Takasaki on the Shinetsu Main Line for wider JR East connections.

What are the main train stations in Annaka?

Annaka has two main passenger stations. Annaka-Haruna Station is the Hokuriku Shinkansen station for long-distance JR East bullet train services. Annaka Station is the regional station on the JR East Shinetsu Main Line for local trains toward Takasaki and Yokokawa. The stations are in different parts of Annaka, so passengers should confirm the exact station before departure.

Can I buy Annaka train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute regional tickets from Annaka Station to Takasaki or Yokokawa are usually available on the day of travel. Hokuriku Shinkansen seats from Annaka-Haruna can be limited during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom season. Rail Monsters accepts Annaka train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is recommended for reserved bullet train seats.

What are the main train connections to and from Annaka?

Annaka-Haruna connects with Tokyo in around 1h10m to 1h25m, Ueno in about 1h, Omiya in around 45m, Karuizawa in about 12m, and Nagano in roughly 50m to 1h by Hokuriku Shinkansen. Annaka Station connects with Takasaki in around 11m and Yokokawa in around 18m on JR East regional trains.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Annaka?

Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Annaka-Haruna offer reserved and non-reserved seating depending on the train and ticket type. Reserving seats is recommended during Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and busy weekends toward Karuizawa or Tokyo. Shinetsu Main Line regional trains from Annaka Station generally use open seating and do not require seat reservations.

Do bullet trains serve Annaka?

Yes. Annaka-Haruna Station is served by the JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen, giving Annaka direct bullet train access on the Tokyo to Nagano corridor. The station is generally used by Asama services. Annaka Station, by contrast, is not a bullet train stop; it is a regional JR East station on the Shinetsu Main Line between Takasaki and Yokokawa.
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