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

The cheapest way to get from Nagano to Niigata is to bus which costs ¥3500 and takes 3h 1m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Nagano and Niigata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Showadori and arriving at Toppara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Nagano and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Nagano 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 33m.

How far is it from Nagano to Niigata?

The distance between Nagano and Niigata is 202 km. The road distance is 186.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagano to Niigata without a car is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥3500.

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

The bus from Showadori to Toppara takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Nagano to Niigata bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nagano to Niigata train from?

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

Train or bus from Nagano to Niigata?

The best way to get from Nagano to Niigata is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4700 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Nagano to Niigata bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nagano to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nagano to Niigata?

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

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 94+ hotels available in Niigata.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Showadori to Topparabus
3h 1m
¥3,500
Drive 186.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagano to Niigatacar 186.7 km
2h 14m
¥3,239–4,678
Train
1. Take the train from Nagano to Takasakitrain Asama / ...
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Niigatatrain Toki / ...
3h 33m
¥4,710–6,261

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Distance: 202.3 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Showadori to Toppara twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nagano to Aoyama(Niigata) via Takasaki and Niigata in around 3h 33m.

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