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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjō to Niigata is to train which costs ¥3000 - ¥4300 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjō to Niigata is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct bus between Shinjō and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Shinjō to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Shinjo and arriving at Niigata via Hirosedori. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Shinjō and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjō to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Shinjo and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Amarume and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Shinjō to Niigata?

The distance between Shinjō and Niigata is 203 km. The road distance is 191.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjō to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4300.

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

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

Where do I catch the Shinjō to Niigata bus from?

Shinjō to Niigata bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, depart from Shinjo station.

Where do I catch the Shinjō to Niigata train from?

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

Train or bus from Shinjō to Niigata?

The best way to get from Shinjō to Niigata is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥8000 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Shinjō to Niigata bus arrive?

Shinjō to Niigata bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, arrive at Hirosedori Ichibancho station.

Where does the Shinjō to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shinjō to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjō to Niigata is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Shinjō to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 94+ hotels available in Niigata.

Shinjō to Niigata - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Shinjo to Amarumetrain [17764] JR Rikuu-West / ...
2. Take the train from Amarume to Niigatatrain [186381] Ltd. Exp Inaho 2 / ...
4h 4m
¥3,052–4,207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjo to Hirosedori Ichibanchobus Shinjo / ...
2. Take the bus from Hirosedori to Niigatabus
7h 48m
¥5,495–7,970
Drive 191.9 km
1. Drive from Shinjō to Niigatacar 191.9 km
2h 50m
¥3,329–4,808

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Distance: 202.6 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Shinjō, Yamagata, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

You can take a train from Shinjo to Aoyama(Niigata) via Amarume and Niigata in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shinjo to Aoyama(Niigata) via Hirosedori, Niigata, and Niigata in around 7h 48m.

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