What is the cheapest way to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata?

The cheapest way to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata is to bus which costs ¥4500 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata?

The fastest way to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Kanazawa Station and Niigata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Toppara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kanazawa Station and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Kanazawa Station to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Kanazawa and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Joetsumyoko and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Kanazawa Station to Niigata?

The distance between Kanazawa Station and Niigata is 323 km. The road distance is 300.5 km.

How do I travel from Kanazawa Station to Niigata without a car?

The best way to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs ¥4700 - ¥6500.

How long does it take to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa Station to Niigata bus from?

Kanazawa Station to Niigata bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, depart from Kanazawa station.

Where do I catch the Kanazawa Station to Niigata train from?

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

Train or bus from Kanazawa Station to Niigata?

The best way to get from Kanazawa Station to Niigata is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs ¥4700 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Kanazawa Station to Niigata bus arrive?

Kanazawa Station to Niigata bus services, operated by Hokuriku Railroad, arrive at Toppara station.

Where does the Kanazawa Station to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kanazawa Station to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Kanazawa Station to Niigata is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Kanazawa Station to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kanazawa to Joetsumyokotrain Hakutaka
2. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Niigatatrain [187273] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 5 / ...
4h 26m
¥4,747–6,403
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kanazawa to Topparabus Niigata
4h 42m
¥4,500–6,500
Drive 300.5 km
1. Drive from Kanazawa Station to Niigatacar 300.5 km
3h 26m
¥5,218–7,537

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Distance: 322.6 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Kanazawa Station, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

You can take a train from Kanazawa to Aoyama(Niigata) via Joetsumyoko and Niigata in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, Hokuriku Railroad operates a bus from Kanazawa to Toppara twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,500–6,500 and the journey takes 4h 42m.

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