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Leaving the preserved wooden merchant houses of Takayama for the riverside city of Gifu takes you from the alpine heart of Gifu Prefecture to its southern gateway. Takayama feels like a town frozen in the Edo period; Gifu City sits below Mount Kinka and is known for cormorant fishing on the Nagara River. The road follows river valleys that have served as trade arteries for centuries.
Takayama to Gifu by Bus
A direct highway bus runs between Takayama and Gifu, operated by Nohi Bus and Gifu Bus. It leaves Takayama Bus Terminal six times a day, at 06:50, 09:00, 11:00, 14:10, 16:10 and 19:00, and reaches Meitetsu Gifu (Loft-mae) about 2 hours later, at 08:50, 11:00, 13:00, 16:10, 18:10 and 20:58.[1] The Takayama Bus Terminal is the Takayama Nohi Bus Center by JR Takayama Station.[2]
The adult fare to Gifu is ¥2,900 one way, or ¥9,900 for four coupon tickets valid for three months. All seats are reserved, bookings open one month before departure, every bus has a toilet, and all buses are non-smoking. The bus also drops passengers at Gujo Hachiman IC for ¥2,400.[1]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Route | Duration | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highway bus | Takayama Bus Terminal to Meitetsu Gifu (Loft-mae) | About 2h[1] | ¥2,900[1] |
Tips for Traveling from Takayama to Gifu
- Book in Advance: Every seat is reserved, and buses fill up during the autumn foliage season and the Takayama festivals. Book as soon as bookings open, one month ahead.[1]
- Arrival Point: The bus arrives at Meitetsu Gifu (Loft-mae), a short walk from the Meitetsu and JR stations, where trains continue to Nagoya and beyond.
- Luggage Handling: The luggage compartment under the bus is shared and large items may not fit.[1] Keep valuables and snacks in a small bag at your seat.
- Enjoy the Scenery: Take a window seat for the mountains and river valleys, especially in cherry blossom and autumn color seasons.
Timetable
| Bus Takayama - Gifu $ 17.97 1h 38m – 1h 41m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The highway bus costs ¥2,900 one way, or ¥9,900 for four coupon tickets valid for three months.
The direct highway bus takes about 2 hours.
The bus takes about 2 hours, for example 06:50 to 08:50 and 19:00 to 20:58.
Buses leave from the Takayama Bus Terminal, the Takayama Nohi Bus Center by JR Takayama Station.
Yes. All seats on this bus are reserved, and bookings open one month before departure.
Yes, every bus has a toilet on board, and all buses are non-smoking.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Nohi Bus: Takayama-Gujyohachiman-Gifu Line. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
- [2] Takayama City (HIDA TAKAYAMA): How to get to Takayama. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.