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

The cheapest way to get from Itoigawa to Niigata is to train which costs ¥2700 - ¥3800 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Itoigawa to Niigata is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Itoigawa and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Itoigawa station to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Takada Station and arriving at Hakusan Koen mae via Bandai City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Itoigawa and Niigata?

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

How far is it from Itoigawa to Niigata?

The distance between Itoigawa and Niigata is 181 km. The road distance is 165.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Itoigawa to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3800.

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

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

Where do I catch the Itoigawa to Niigata bus from?

Itoigawa to Niigata bus services, operated by Niigata Kotsu, depart from Takada Station.

Where do I catch the Itoigawa to Niigata train from?

Itoigawa to Niigata train services, operated by Echigo Tokimeki Railway, depart from Itoigawa station.

Train or bus from Itoigawa to Niigata?

The best way to get from Itoigawa to Niigata is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2900 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Itoigawa to Niigata bus arrive?

Itoigawa to Niigata bus services, operated by Niigata Kotsu, arrive at Bandai City station.

Where does the Itoigawa to Niigata train arrive?

Itoigawa to Niigata train services, operated by Echigo Tokimeki Railway, arrive at Naoetsu station.

Can I drive from Itoigawa to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Itoigawa to Niigata is 166 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Itoigawa to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 94+ hotels available in Niigata.

Itoigawa to Niigata - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Itoigawa to Niigata by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Itoigawa to Naoetsutrain [29289] Echigo TOKImeki Railway Nihonkai Hisui / ...
2. Take the train from Naoetsu to Niigatatrain [187273] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 5 / ...
3h 53m
¥2,736–3,792
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takada Station to Bandai Citybus
4h 34m
¥2,896–5,298
Drive 165.7 km
1. Drive from Itoigawa to Niigatacar 165.7 km
1h 57m
¥2,879–4,159

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Distance: 181 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Itoigawa to Aoyama(Niigata) via Naoetsu and Niigata in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, Niigata Kotsu operates a bus from Takada Station to Bandai City every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,000–4,000 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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