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

The cheapest way to get from Nagaoka to Nagano is to drive which costs ¥2100 - ¥3200 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nagaoka to Nagano is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct bus between Nagaoka and Nagano?

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

Is there a direct train between Nagaoka and Nagano?

No, there is no direct train from Nagaoka to Nagano. However, there are services departing from Nagaoka and arriving at Nagano via Takasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Nagaoka to Nagano?

The distance between Nagaoka and Nagano is 219 km. The road distance is 127.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nagaoka to Nagano without a car is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥3500.

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

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

Where do I catch the Nagaoka to Nagano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nagaoka to Nagano train from?

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

Train or bus from Nagaoka to Nagano?

The best way to get from Nagaoka to Nagano is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥3700 - ¥5000 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Nagaoka to Nagano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nagaoka to Nagano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nagaoka to Nagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagaoka to Nagano is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Nagaoka to Nagano.

Where can I stay near Nagano?

There are 285+ hotels available in Nagano.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nagaokakita to Showadoribus
2h 26m
¥3,500
Drive 127.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagaoka to Naganocar 127.9 km
1h 56m
¥2,194–3,168
Train
1. Take the train from Nagaoka to Takasakitrain Toki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Naganotrain Hakutaka
2h 42m
¥3,747–4,945

Nagaoka to Nagano by train

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Nagaokakita to Showadori twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nagaoka to Nagano via Takasaki in around 2h 42m.

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