What is the cheapest way to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata?

The cheapest way to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata is to bus via 新潟駅前 which costs ¥2600 - ¥3600 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata?

The fastest way to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4000.

Is there a direct bus between Zao Onsen and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Zao Onsen to Niigata. However, there are services departing from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル and arriving at 新潟駅前 via 鉄砲町. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Zao Onsen and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Zao Onsen to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Mokichikinenkammae and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Yonezawa and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Zao Onsen to Niigata?

The distance between Zao Onsen and Niigata is 203 km. The road distance is 158.6 km.

How do I travel from Zao Onsen to Niigata without a car?

The best way to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs ¥7000 - ¥9500.

How long does it take to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zao Onsen to Niigata bus from?

Zao Onsen to Niigata bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, depart from 鉄砲町 station.

Where do I catch the Zao Onsen to Niigata train from?

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

Train or bus from Zao Onsen to Niigata?

The best way to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs ¥7000 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus via 新潟駅前, which costs ¥2600 - ¥3600 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Zao Onsen to Niigata bus arrive?

Zao Onsen to Niigata bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, arrive at 新潟駅前 station.

Where does the Zao Onsen to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zao Onsen to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Zao Onsen to Niigata is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Zao Onsen to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

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Zao Onsen to Niigata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Zao Onsen to Niigata by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yonezawa to Niigatatrain [17353] Benibana
5h 7m
¥7,163–9,120
Bus via 新潟駅前
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 鉄砲町 to 新潟駅前bus 山形〜新潟
5h 29m
¥2,680–3,571
Drive 158.6 km
1. Drive from Zao Onsen to Niigatacar 158.6 km
2h 22m
¥2,752–3,975
Bus
1. Take the bus from Teppomachi to Niigatabus Yamagata
5h 29m
¥2,780–4,571

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Distance: 203 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Zao Onsen, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Yonezawa to Niigata once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,900 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Yamako Bus operates a bus from 鉄砲町 to 新潟駅前 once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,300–3,000 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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