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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Obanazawa is to drive which costs ¥3300 - ¥4900 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Obanazawa is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Obanazawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Niigata to Obanazawa. However, there are services departing from Niigata and arriving at Obanazawa Machiai-jo via Hirosedori Ichibancho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Niigata to Obanazawa?

The distance between Niigata and Obanazawa is 233 km. The road distance is 194.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Obanazawa without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 28m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Niigata to Obanazawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Obanazawa bus from?

Niigata to Obanazawa bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Niigata station.

Where does the Niigata to Obanazawa bus arrive?

Niigata to Obanazawa bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Hirosedori station.

Can I drive from Niigata to Obanazawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Obanazawa is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Niigata to Obanazawa.

Where can I stay near Obanazawa?

There are 28+ hotels available in Obanazawa.

Niigata to Obanazawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Niigata to Obanazawa by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Niigata to Yamagatabus Yamagata
2. Take the train from Yamagata to Oishidatrain Tsubasa
7h 28m
¥3,560–5,254
Drive 194.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Obanazawacar 194.6 km
2h 48m
¥3,338–4,821
Bus via Sendai
1. Take the bus from Niigata to Hirosedoribus
2. Take the bus from Hirosedori Ichibancho to Obanazawa Machiai-jobus Shinjo / ...
7h 53m
¥5,061–7,884
Bus
1. Take the bus from 新潟駅前 to 山形駅前bus 山形〜新潟
8h 51m
¥3,785–4,929

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Distance: 232.8 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ue Tokoro to Obanazawa Machiai-jo via Niigata, Niigata, and Hirosedori Ichibancho in around 7h 53m.

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