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

The cheapest way to get from Tochigi to Niigata is to train which costs ¥4100 - ¥6000 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tochigi to Niigata is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Tochigi and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Tochigi to Niigata. However, there are services departing from 栃木 Tochigi and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Takasaki and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Tochigi to Niigata?

The distance between Tochigi and Niigata is 280 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tochigi to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Tochigi to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tochigi to Niigata train from?

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

Where does the Tochigi to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tochigi to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tochigi to Niigata is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Tochigi to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 100+ hotels available in Niigata.

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

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

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1. Take the train from 栃木 Tochigi to 高崎 Takasakitrain JR両毛線 JR Ryōmō Line
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Niigatatrain Toki / ...
4h 25m
¥4,190–5,595
Drive 247.7 km
1. Drive from Tochigi to Niigatacar 247.7 km
3h 54m
¥4,249–6,137
Train via Nagaoka
1. Take the train from 栃木 Tochigi to 新前橋 Shim-Maebashitrain
2. Take the train from 新前橋 Shim-Maebashi to 水上 Minakamitrain
3. Take the train from Minakami to Nagaokatrain
4. Take the train from Nagaoka to Kobaritrain
8h 33m
¥4,545–6,192

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Distance: 279.9 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from 栃木 Tochigi to Aoyama(Niigata) via 高崎 Takasaki, Takasaki, and Niigata in around 4h 25m.

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