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

The cheapest way to get from Shinano to Niigata is to bus which costs ¥3452 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinano to Niigata is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2800 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Shinano and Niigata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kashiwabara and arriving at Toppara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Shinano and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Shinano to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Kurohime and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Myoko-Kogen, Joetsumyoko and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Shinano to Niigata?

The distance between Shinano and Niigata is 158 km. The road distance is 166.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinano to Niigata without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥3452.

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

The bus from Kashiwabara to Toppara takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Shinano to Niigata bus from?

Shinano to Niigata bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Kashiwabara station.

Where do I catch the Shinano to Niigata train from?

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

Train or bus from Shinano to Niigata?

The best way to get from Shinano to Niigata is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥3452. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2800 - ¥4000 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Shinano to Niigata bus arrive?

Shinano to Niigata bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Toppara station.

Where does the Shinano to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shinano to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinano to Niigata is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Shinano to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 94+ hotels available in Niigata.

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There are 3 ways to get from Shinano to Niigata by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kashiwabara to Topparabus
2h 13m
¥3,452
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Niigatatrain [187273] Ltd. Exp Shirayuki 5 / ...
4h 45m
¥2,862–3,999
Drive 166.8 km
1. Drive from Shinano to Niigatacar 166.8 km
1h 57m
¥2,866–4,140

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Distance: 157.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Shinano, Nagano, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Kashiwabara to Toppara twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,452 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, 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.

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