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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Suwa is to bus and train which costs ¥5000 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Suwa is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Suwa?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Suwa. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Kami-Suwa via Niigata, Ōmiya and Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Niigata to Suwa?

The distance between Niigata and Suwa is 458 km. The road distance is 274.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Suwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 24m and costs ¥5000 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Niigata to Suwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Suwa train from?

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

Where does the Niigata to Suwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Suwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Suwa is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Niigata to Suwa.

Where can I stay near Suwa?

There are 211+ hotels available in Suwa.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Matsumototrain Shinano 12 / ...
5h 24m
¥5,000–5,600
Drive 274.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Suwacar 274.5 km
3h 41m
¥4,762–6,878
Train
1. Take the train from Niigata to Omiya Stationtrain Toki / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kami-Suwatrain Azusa
6h 45m
¥7,235–9,569

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Distance: 457.6 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Kami-Suwa via Niigata, Ōmiya, and Shinjuku Station in around 6h 45m.

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