What is the cheapest way to get from Nagano to Nagaoka?

The cheapest way to get from Nagano to Nagaoka is to train which costs ¥2100 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagano to Nagaoka?

The fastest way to get from Nagano to Nagaoka is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct bus between Nagano and Nagaoka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Showadori and arriving at Nagaokakita. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Nagano and Nagaoka?

No, there is no direct train from Nagano to Nagaoka. However, there are services departing from Nagano and arriving at Nagaoka via Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Nagano to Nagaoka?

The distance between Nagano and Nagaoka is 155 km. The road distance is 127.4 km.

How do I travel from Nagano to Nagaoka without a car?

The best way to get from Nagano to Nagaoka without a car is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥3393.

How long does it take to get from Nagano to Nagaoka?

The bus from Showadori to Nagaokakita takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Nagaoka bus from?

Nagano to Nagaoka bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Showadori station.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Nagaoka train from?

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

Train or bus from Nagano to Nagaoka?

The best way to get from Nagano to Nagaoka is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥3393. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2100 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Nagano to Nagaoka bus arrive?

Nagano to Nagaoka bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagaokakita station.

Where does the Nagano to Nagaoka train arrive?

Nagano to Nagaoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Joetsumyoko station.

Can I drive from Nagano to Nagaoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano to Nagaoka is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Nagano to Nagaoka.

Where can I stay near Nagaoka?

There are 37+ hotels available in Nagaoka.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Showadori to Nagaokakitabus
2h 26m
¥3,393
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nagano to Joetsumyokotrain Hakutaka
2. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Nagaokatrain [187273] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 5 / ...
2h 31m
¥2,143–2,932
Drive 127.4 km
1. Drive from Nagano to Nagaokacar 127.4 km
1h 57m
¥2,214–3,197

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Distance: 155.1 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Nagano, Japan and Nagaoka, Japan?

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Showadori to Nagaokakita twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,393 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nagano to Nagaoka via Joetsumyoko in around 2h 31m.

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