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

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Shinjuku is to train which costs ¥4200 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Shinjuku is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Jōetsu and Shinjuku?

No, there is no direct bus from Jōetsu to Shinjuku. However, there are services departing from Kida and arriving at Shimo-Ochiai via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Jōetsu and Shinjuku?

No, there is no direct train from Jōetsu to Shinjuku. However, there are services departing from Kasugayama and arriving at 新宿 Shinjuku via Joetsumyoko and 大宮 Ōmiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Shinjuku?

The distance between Jōetsu and Shinjuku is 288 km. The road distance is 259.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Shinjuku without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Jōetsu to Shinjuku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Shinjuku bus from?

Jōetsu to Shinjuku bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Kida station.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Shinjuku train from?

Jōetsu to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Joetsumyoko station.

Train or bus from Jōetsu to Shinjuku?

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Shinjuku is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Jōetsu to Shinjuku bus arrive?

Jōetsu to Shinjuku bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagano station.

Where does the Jōetsu to Shinjuku train arrive?

Jōetsu to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Omiya Station.

Can I drive from Jōetsu to Shinjuku?

Yes, the driving distance between Jōetsu to Shinjuku is 259 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Jōetsu to Shinjuku.

Where can I stay near Shinjuku?

There are 12816+ hotels available in Shinjuku.

Jōetsu to Shinjuku - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Jōetsu to Shinjuku by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Omiya Stationtrain Hakutaka
2. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ja / ...
3h 34m
¥4,272–5,796
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kida to Naganobus
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Shimo-Ochiaibus
5h
Drive 259.2 km
1. Drive from Jōetsu to Shinjukucar 259.2 km
3h 39m
¥4,498–6,497
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Myoko-Kogen to Naganotrain [17860] Shinano Railway Kitashinano
2. Take the bus from Nagano Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
7h 18m
¥5,579–9,830

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Distance: 288 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Kasugayama to 新宿 Shinjuku via Joetsumyoko, Omiya Station, and 大宮 Ōmiya in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kida to Shimo-Ochiai via Nagano in around 5h.

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