What is the cheapest way to get from Akita to Niigata?

The cheapest way to get from Akita to Niigata is to train which costs ¥4000 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akita to Niigata?

The fastest way to get from Akita to Niigata is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Akita and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Akita to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Akita and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Akita to Niigata?

The distance between Akita and Niigata is 277 km. The road distance is 259.8 km.

How do I travel from Akita to Niigata without a car?

The best way to get from Akita to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Akita to Niigata?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Akita to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akita to Niigata train from?

Akita to Niigata train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Akita station.

Train or fly from Akita to Niigata?

The best way to get from Akita to Niigata is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥27000 - ¥150000 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Akita to Niigata train arrive?

Akita to Niigata train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Niigata station.

Can I drive from Akita to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Akita to Niigata is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Akita to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 97+ hotels available in Niigata.

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There are 3 ways to get from Akita to Niigata by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Akita to Niigatatrain [186392] Ltd. Exp Inaho 8
3h 53m
¥4,079–5,335
Drive 259.8 km
1. Drive from Akita to Niigatacar 259.8 km
3h 52m
¥4,454–6,434
Fly
1. Fly from Akita Airport (AXT) to Niigata Airport (KIJ)plane AXT - KIJ
6h 51m
¥27,380–141,640

Akita Airport (AXT) to Niigata Airport (KIJ) flights

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5h 13mAverage Duration

¥25,998Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.6 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Akita, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Akita to Niigata 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,900–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, and Fuji Dream fly from Akita Airport (AXT) to Niigata Airport (KIJ) every 4 hours.

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