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To reach Nagoya Castle by public transport, you have two options: take the subway or the city bus. In conclusion, taking the bus is simpler, faster, and cheaper.
From Nagoya Station, you can reach Nagoya Castle via two different routes.
Higashiyama Line Route (Travel time: 11 minutes, 240 yen)
Sakura-dori Line Route (Travel time: 12 minutes, 240 yen)
From Nagoya Castle Station, it’s about a 14-minute (1km) walk to the main gate with the ticket office.
If you take the bus from Nagoya Station, using the Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus “Me~guru” is easy, straightforward (and economical! More on that later), and highly recommended.
Exit Nagoya Station JR Sakura-dori Exit (with the Golden Clock), turn immediately left, and walk straight to reach Nagoya Station City Bus Terminal. From there, Me~guru departs from Platform 11.
The bus ride takes 23 minutes. The Nagoya Castle bus stop is directly in front of the ticket office, so you don’t have to walk the 14 minutes (1km) like with the train option.
The service frequency is also convenient, with buses running every 20 to 40 minutes on weekends.
| Day | Operating Hours |
|---|---|
| Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays | Every 20-40 minutes |
| Weekdays | Every 30 minutes to 1 hour |
However, since Me~guru is closed on Mondays, if you’re visiting Nagoya Castle on a Monday, the only option is to take the train.
The fare for a single ride on Me~guru is 210 yen for adults and 100 yen for children. So, a round trip to Nagoya Castle costs 410 yen.
On the other hand, there is a 1DAY ticket for unlimited rides on Me~guru, priced at 500 yen for adults and 250 yen for elementary school students.
At first glance, if you’re only using Me~guru for a round trip to Nagoya Castle, it seems cheaper to pay per ride. However, buying a 1DAY ticket is actually more economical.
Why? Because the 1DAY ticket offers a 100 yen discount on the Nagoya Castle admission fee. This means the 1DAY ticket effectively costs 400 yen, making it cheaper than paying for each ride separately, even if you only visit Nagoya Castle.
Moreover, this 1DAY ticket offers excellent perks like discounts at restaurants and gift shops.
1DAY Ticket PerksYou can get discounts at the shops in Nagoya Castle and the nearby “Kinshachi Yokocho” dining area, making it worthwhile even if your sole destination is Nagoya Castle.
If you visit other tourist spots, the admission fees are discounted, and you can ride the bus as much as you want, making your sightseeing even more cost-effective. It’s a deal you shouldn’t miss!
You can purchase the 1DAY ticket directly on the Me~guru bus. Buy it from the driver when you get off the bus.
No need to buy in advance from a tourist information center, making it hassle-free.
Using the bus is cheaper and takes almost the same time as the train. Plus, you don’t have to walk the 1km to the ticket office, making the bus the obvious choice.
With the Nagoya Sightseeing Route Bus “Me~guru” and its 1DAY ticket, you can save on Nagoya Castle admission and enjoy additional discounts.
Nagoya has many tourist spots, and the more you explore, the more transportation and admission fees add up. Use Me~guru for an affordable and enjoyable Nagoya trip.
