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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Nakano is to train which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Nakano is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Nakano?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Toppara and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Nakano?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Nakano. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at 中野 Nakano via Niigata and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Niigata to Nakano?

The distance between Niigata and Nakano is 319 km. The road distance is 304.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Nakano without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Niigata to Nakano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nakano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nakano train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Niigata to Nakano?

The best way to get from Niigata to Nakano is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥9000 and takes 6h 38m, you could also fly, which costs ¥38000 - ¥80000 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Niigata to Nakano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Niigata to Nakano train arrive?

Niigata to Nakano train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Niigata to Nakano?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Nakano is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Niigata to Nakano.

Where can I stay near Nakano?

There are 12803+ hotels available in Nakano.

Niigata to Nakano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Niigata to Nakano by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Niigata to Tōkyō Stationtrain Toki / ...
3h 40m
¥4,735–6,699
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Toppara to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalnightbus Wg5252
6h 50m
¥4,500–9,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Shimo-Ochiaibus
6h 38m
¥7,700–9,000
Drive 304.4 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Nakanocar 304.4 km
3h 57m
¥5,281–7,627
Fly
1. Fly from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane KIJ - HND
6h 27m
¥38,105–76,459

Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND) flights

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4h 6mAverage Duration

¥51,279Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.9 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Niigata to Tōkyō Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,300–6,000 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toppara to Shimo-Ochiai via Nagano in around 6h 38m.

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