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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Niigata is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Niigata is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct bus between Sakata and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Sakata to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Sakata Shoko BT and arriving at 新潟駅前 via 山形駅前. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Sakata to Niigata?

The distance between Sakata and Niigata is 290 km. The road distance is 159.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Niigata without a car is to bus via Aoyama(Niigata) which takes 7h 45m and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Sakata to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Niigata bus from?

Sakata to Niigata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Sakata Shoko BT station.

Where does the Sakata to Niigata bus arrive?

Sakata to Niigata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Yamagata Ekimae station.

Can I drive from Sakata to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Niigata is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Sakata to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 102+ hotels available in Niigata.

Sakata to Niigata - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sakata to Niigata by bus or car

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Bus via Aoyama(Niigata)
best
1. Take the bus from Sakata Shoko BT to Yamagata Ekimaebus From Sakata via Esmorl to Yamagata / ...
2. Take the bus from 山形駅前 to 新潟駅前bus 山形〜新潟
7h 45m
¥5,340–6,170
Drive 159.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakata to Niigatacar 159.3 km
2h 20m
¥2,437–3,520
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sakata Shoko BT to Yamagata Ekimaebus From Sakata via Esmorl to Yamagata / ...
2. Take the bus from Yamagata to Niigatabus Yamagata
7h 59m
¥5,500–7,080

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Distance: 290.4 km
Duration: 7h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Sakata Shoko BT to Aoyama(Niigata) via 山形駅前, 新潟駅前, and Niigata in around 7h 45m.

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