Traveling from Fukui to Takasaki involves a combination of limited express and local trains, as this route does not have direct high-speed services. The main train service is the Limited Express 'Shirasagi', which operates between Fukui and Nagoya, and from there, travelers transfer to the Hikari Shinkansen toward Takasaki. The 'Shirasagi' reaches speeds of about 130 km/h (81 mp/h) and takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes to arrive in Nagoya. Once in Nagoya, the Hikari Shinkansen continues toward Takasaki at speeds up to 300 km/h (186 mp/h), with the journey taking an additional 1 hour and 15 minutes.
This combination makes the total travel time around 2 hours and 35 minutes, factoring in transfer times. Both train types offer a range of seating options, including Ordinary and Green class, catering to different passenger preferences. The Hikari Shinkansen provides a faster link post-transfer, appealing to those prioritizing speed, while the 'Shirasagi' offers scenic views of the countryside along the way.