What is the cheapest way to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo?

The cheapest way to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo is to train which costs ¥4500 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo?

The fastest way to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Nishi-ku and Tokyo?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Niigata University and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Nishi-ku and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Nishi-ku to Tokyo station. However, there are services departing from Uchino and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Nishi-ku to Tokyo?

The distance between Nishi-ku and Tokyo is 311 km. The road distance is 309.5 km.

How do I travel from Nishi-ku to Tokyo without a car?

The best way to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

How long does it take to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nishi-ku to Tokyo bus from?

Nishi-ku to Tokyo bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Toppara station.

Where do I catch the Nishi-ku to Tokyo train from?

Nishi-ku to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Niigata station.

Train or bus from Nishi-ku to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥12000 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Nishi-ku to Tokyo bus arrive?

Nishi-ku to Tokyo bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagano station.

Where does the Nishi-ku to Tokyo train arrive?

Nishi-ku to Tokyo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Nishi-ku to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nishi-ku to Tokyo is 310 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Nishi-ku to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 12805+ hotels available in Tokyo.

Nishi-ku to Tokyo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nishi-ku to Tokyo by train, bus, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Niigata to Tōkyō Stationtrain Toki / ...
3h 31m
¥4,576–6,401
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the nightbus from Niigata University to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalnightbus Wg5252 / ...
6h 59m
¥4,500–11,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
2. Take the bus from Nagano Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
8h 18m
¥7,700–11,500
Drive 309.5 km
1. Drive from Nishi-ku to Tokyocar 309.5 km
4h 8m
¥5,363–7,747

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Distance: 311.4 km
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Nishi-ku, Niigata, Japan and Tokyo, 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 Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via Nagano and Nagano Station in around 8h 18m.

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