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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Hakuba is to train which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Hakuba is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Hakuba?

No, there is no direct bus from Niigata to Hakuba. However, there are services departing from Toppara and arriving at Hakuba-Happo bus terminal via Nagano station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Hakuba?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Hakuba. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Hakuba via Niigata, Naoetsu, Itoigawa and Minami-Otari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Niigata to Hakuba?

The distance between Niigata and Hakuba is 406 km. The road distance is 209.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Hakuba without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs ¥4800 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Niigata to Hakuba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Hakuba bus from?

Niigata to Hakuba bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Toppara station.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Hakuba train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Hakuba?

The best way to get from Niigata to Hakuba is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs ¥4800 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥3400 - ¥5000 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Niigata to Hakuba bus arrive?

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

Where does the Niigata to Hakuba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Hakuba?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Hakuba is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Niigata to Hakuba.

Where can I stay near Hakuba?

There are 792+ hotels available in Hakuba.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
2. Take the bus from Nagano station to Hakuba-Happo bus terminalbus
5h 5m
¥4,800–6,500
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Niigata to Naoetsutrain [187276] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Itoigawa to Minami-Otaritrain [29960] Jr Oito
7h 38m
¥3,485–4,979
Drive 209.4 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Hakubacar 209.4 km
2h 37m
¥3,633–5,248

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Distance: 405.9 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Toppara to Hakuba-Happo bus terminal via Nagano and Nagano station in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Hakuba via Niigata, Naoetsu, Itoigawa, and Minami-Otari in around 7h 38m.

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