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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Niigata is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4400 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa to Niigata is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Shirakawa and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Shirakawa to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Kutano and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Shin-Shirakawa, Ueno Station and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Shirakawa to Niigata?

The distance between Shirakawa and Niigata is 482 km. The road distance is 176 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Niigata without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 5h 19m and costs ¥7000 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Shirakawa to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa to Niigata train from?

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

Where does the Shirakawa to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shirakawa to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa to Niigata is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Shirakawa to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 100+ hotels available in Niigata.

Shirakawa to Niigata - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shirakawa to Niigata by train or car

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Train via Tokyo
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Shirakawa to Uenotrain Nasuno / ...
2. Take the train from Ueno Station to Niigatatrain Toki / ...
5h 19m
¥7,008–9,463
Drive 176 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirakawa to Niigatacar 176 km
2h 40m
¥3,038–4,389
Train
1. Take the train from Koriyama(Fukushima) to Aizu-Wakamatsutrain [16884] Jr Ban-Etsu-West / ...
2. Take the train from Aizu-Wakamatsu to Niigatatrain [16920] JR Ban-etsu-West
6h 37m
¥3,522–6,341

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Distance: 482 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Kutano to Aoyama(Niigata) via Shin-Shirakawa, Ueno, Ueno Station, and Niigata in around 5h 19m.

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