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

The cheapest way to get from Shibata to Niigata is to drive which costs ¥550 - ¥800 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shibata to Niigata is to drive which takes 29 min and costs ¥550 - ¥800.

Is there a direct train between Shibata and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Shibata to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Shibata(Niigata) and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Shibata to Niigata?

The distance between Shibata and Niigata is 33 km. The road distance is 32.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shibata to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs ¥600 - ¥950.

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Shibata to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shibata to Niigata train from?

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

Where does the Shibata to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shibata to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Shibata to Niigata is 32 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Shibata to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 94+ hotels available in Niigata.

Shibata to Niigata - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shibata to Niigata by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shibata(Niigata) to Niigatatrain [17627] JR Hakushin / ...
2. Take the train from Niigata to Aoyama(Niigata)train [18106] Jr Echigo / ...
1h 1m
¥628–920
Drive 32.1 km
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1. Drive from Shibata to Niigatacar 32.1 km
29 min
¥553–798
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shibata to Niigatataxi 32.1 km
29 min
¥10,000–13,000

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Distance: 33.4 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a train from Shibata(Niigata) to Aoyama(Niigata) via Niigata in around 1h 1m.

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