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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Yamagata is to drive which costs ¥2700 - ¥4000 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Yamagata is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Yamagata?

No, there is no direct bus from Niigata to Yamagata. However, there are services departing from Niigata and arriving at Teppomachi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Yamagata?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Yamagata. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Yamagata via Niigata, 今泉 and Akayu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Niigata to Yamagata?

The distance between Niigata and Yamagata is 183 km. The road distance is 157.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Yamagata without a car is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Niigata to Yamagata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Yamagata bus from?

Niigata to Yamagata bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, depart from Niigata station.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Yamagata train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Yamagata?

The best way to get from Niigata to Yamagata is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2600 - ¥4100 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Niigata to Yamagata bus arrive?

Niigata to Yamagata bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, arrive at Teppomachi station.

Where does the Niigata to Yamagata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Yamagata?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Yamagata is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Niigata to Yamagata.

Where can I stay near Yamagata?

There are 193+ hotels available in Yamagata.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Niigata to Teppomachibus Yamagata
4h 36m
¥2,790–4,214
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Niigata to Imaizumitrain [17347] Benibana
5h 37m
¥2,635–4,019
Drive 157.9 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Yamagatacar 157.9 km
2h 21m
¥2,741–3,960
Bus via Aoyama(Niigata)
1. Take the bus from 新潟駅前 to 鉄砲町bus 山形〜新潟
4h 42m
¥2,945–3,969

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Distance: 183.2 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Yamako Bus operates a bus from Niigata to Teppomachi twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,700–4,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Niigata to Imaizumi once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,800–2,400 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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