What is the cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Sado?

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Sado is to ferry and bus which costs ¥7740 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Sado?

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Sado is to ferry and taxi which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥18000 - ¥22000.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Sado?

The distance between Jōetsu and Sado is 102 km.

How do I travel from Jōetsu to Sado without a car?

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Sado without a car is to ferry and taxi which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥18000 - ¥22000.

How long does it take to get from Jōetsu to Sado?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Jōetsu to Sado, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Sado?

There are 64+ hotels available in Sado.

Jōetsu to Sado - 2 ways to travel via ferry, taxi, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Jōetsu to Sado by ferry, taxi, or bus

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Ferry, taxi
best
1. Take the ferry from Naoetsu to Ogi Portferry
2. Take the taxi from Ogi Port to Sadotaxi
1h 43m
¥18,900–21,900
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Naoetsu to Ogi Portferry
2. Take the bus from Ogi to Sawada Bus Stopbus Ogi / ...
3h 17m
¥7,740

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Distance: 102.3 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Jōetsu, Japan and Sado, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Jōetsu to Sado. However, you can take the ferry to Ogi Port then take the taxi to Sado. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Naoetsu to Sawada Bus Stop via Ogi Port and Ogi in around 3h 17m.

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