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

The cheapest way to get from Nozawaonsen to Niigata is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3700 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nozawaonsen to Niigata is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct bus between Nozawaonsen and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Nozawaonsen to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Nozawa Onsen Chuo Terminal and arriving at Toppara via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Nozawaonsen and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Nozawaonsen station to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Liyama Station and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Joetsumyoko and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Nozawaonsen to Niigata?

The distance between Nozawaonsen and Niigata is 196 km. The road distance is 145.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nozawaonsen to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Nozawaonsen to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nozawaonsen to Niigata bus from?

Nozawaonsen to Niigata bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Nozawa Onsen Chuo Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Nozawaonsen to Niigata train from?

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

Train or bus from Nozawaonsen to Niigata?

The best way to get from Nozawaonsen to Niigata is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4800 - ¥6500 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Nozawaonsen to Niigata bus arrive?

Nozawaonsen to Niigata bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano Station East Exit.

Where does the Nozawaonsen to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nozawaonsen to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Nozawaonsen to Niigata is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Nozawaonsen to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Niigatatrain [187273] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 5 / ...
4h 58m
¥3,340–4,470
Drive 145.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nozawaonsen to Niigatacar 145.5 km
1h 54m
¥2,525–3,648
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nozawa Onsen Chuo Terminal to Nagano Station East Exitbus Nozawa Onsen
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Topparabus
5h 24m
¥4,880–6,494
Bus via Takada Station
1. Take the bus from Takada Station to Niigata Eki-Maebus
5h 46m
¥3,340–5,800

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Distance: 196.2 km
Duration: 4h 58m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Joetsumyoko to Niigata 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nozawa Onsen Chuo Terminal to Toppara via Nagano in around 5h 24m.

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