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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Nagano Station is to bus which costs ¥3500 and takes 3h 16m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Nagano Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toppara and arriving at Nagano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Nagano Station?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Nagano Station. 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 Station?

The distance between Niigata and Nagano Station is 363 km. The road distance is 184.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Nagano Station without a car is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3500.

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

The bus from Toppara to Nagano takes 3h 4m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nagano Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nagano Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Nagano Station?

The best way to get from Niigata to Nagano Station is to bus which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4600 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Niigata to Nagano Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Niigata to Nagano Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Nagano Station?

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

Where can I stay near Nagano Station?

There are 264+ hotels available in Nagano Station.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
3h 16m
¥3,500
Drive 184.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Nagano Stationcar 184.4 km
2h 17m
¥3,202–4,625
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: 363.2 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

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

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