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Kobe to Niigata

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Seven ways to Travel from Kobe to Niigata

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By car (600 km)
6 h 44 min
600 km.
from $33
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Rideshare
6 h 44 min
600 km.
from $7.83
Train via Tokyo
6 h 4 min
492 km.
from $168.43
Bus
13 h 3 min
492 km.
from $122.67
Train
8 h 43 min
492 km.
from $180.82
Plane, Train
4 h 3 min
492 km.
from $194.72

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$317.59

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$317.59

Ibex Airlines

Website:
ibexair.co.jp/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$317.59

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Shinagawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$95.28–$139.74
Train from Ōmiya to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.36–$76.22
Train from Tsuruga to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$59.71–$88.93

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Ōsaka to Tsuruga
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$41.92
Train from Joetsumyoko to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$44.46

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Niigata to Aoyama(Niigata)
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$2.03

Bus operators

Meitetsu Bus

Phone:
052-582-5151
Website:
meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english
Bus from Sannomiya BT to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.16

Hokutetsu Transportation

Phone:
076-234-0123
Website:
hokutetsu.co.jp/en
Bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Kanazawa
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.68–$41.92
Bus from Kanazawa to Toppara
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.03–$47.00

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Sannomiya Station to Gondo
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.71–$69.87
Bus from Gondo to Toppara
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.45

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Niigata is to drive which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Niigata is to fly and train which takes 4h 3m and costs $103.26 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Kobe and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Kobe to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Sannomiya BT and arriving at Toppara via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit and Kanazawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe station to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Shin-Kōbe Station and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Shinagawa, Ōmiya and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Kobe to Niigata?

The distance between Kobe and Niigata is 849 km. The road distance is 594 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Niigata without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 6h 4m and costs $130.43 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Kobe to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Niigata bus from?

Kobe to Niigata bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Sannomiya BT station.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Niigata train from?

Kobe to Niigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Kōbe Station.

Train or bus from Kobe to Niigata?

The best way to get from Kobe to Niigata is to train via Tokyo which takes 6h 4m and costs $130.43 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 13h 3m.

Where does the Kobe to Niigata bus arrive?

Kobe to Niigata bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Kobe to Niigata train arrive?

Kobe to Niigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shinagawa station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Niigata is 594 km. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Kobe to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 84+ hotels available in Niigata. Prices start at $20.04 per night.
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