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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Nagano is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Nagano?

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

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Nagano?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Nagano. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Nagano via Niigata and Takasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Niigata to Nagano?

The distance between Niigata and Nagano is 360 km. The road distance is 184.4 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nagano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nagano train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Nagano?

The best way to get from Niigata to Nagano is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4600 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Niigata to Nagano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Niigata to Nagano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Nagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Nagano is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Niigata to Nagano.

Where can I stay near Nagano?

There are 267+ hotels available in Nagano.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Showadoribus
3h 1m
¥3,500
Drive 184.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Naganocar 184.4 km
2h 17m
¥3,200–4,622
Train
1. Take the train from Niigata to Takasakitrain Toki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
4h 18m
¥4,645–6,269

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Distance: 360.4 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Toppara to Showadori twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Nagano via Niigata and Takasaki in around 4h 18m.

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