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

The cheapest way to get from Nagano Station to Niigata is to bus which costs ¥3500 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nagano Station to Niigata is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct bus between Nagano Station and Niigata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nagano and arriving at Toppara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Nagano Station and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Nagano Station to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Nagano and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Takasaki and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Nagano Station to Niigata?

The distance between Nagano Station and Niigata is 205 km. The road distance is 186.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagano Station to Niigata without a car is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3500.

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

The bus from Nagano to Toppara takes 3h 4m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Nagano Station to Niigata bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Nagano station.

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

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

Train or bus from Nagano Station to Niigata?

The best way to get from Nagano Station to Niigata is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4700 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Nagano Station to Niigata bus arrive?

Nagano Station to Niigata bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Toppara station.

Where does the Nagano Station to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nagano Station to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano Station to Niigata is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Nagano Station to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nagano to Topparabus
3h 16m
¥3,500
Drive 186.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagano Station to Niigatacar 186.6 km
2h 14m
¥3,239–4,678
Train
1. Take the train from Nagano to Takasakitrain Hakutaka
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Niigatatrain Toki / ...
3h 28m
¥4,710–6,261

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Distance: 204.9 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Nagano to Toppara twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nagano to Aoyama(Niigata) via Takasaki and Niigata in around 3h 28m.

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