How to Travel from
Kamikōchi to Niigata
by Route or Car
Schedule
Kamikōchi, Japan → Niigata, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kamikōchi to Niigata
Composite routes from Kamikōchi to Niigata
Cheapest
3 h 53 min
Car
296 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 9 min
219 km.
from $381.62
6 h 16 min
Bus, Train
218 km.
from $115.12
6 h 59 min
218 km.
from $78.22
7 h 28 min
Bus, Train
218 km.
from $89.03
9 h 16 min
Bus, Train
218 km.
from $59.58
Transport providers
Airlines
Japan Airlines
Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$597.07
All Nippon Airways
Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$825.74
Ibex Airlines
Website:
ibexair.co.jp/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$825.74
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagano to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$47.00
Train from Takasaki to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Train from Nagano to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.60–$35.57
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Akashina to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.97–$22.87
Train from Joetsumyoko to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$45.73
Japan Railways (JR)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/index.html
Train from Akashina to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.89
JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Akashina to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.84–$8.26
Shinano Railway
Website:
shinanorailway.co.jp/english/
Train from Nagano to Myoko-Kogen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.26
Bus operators
ALPICO Kotsu
Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Kamikochi BT to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.94
Nagaden Bus
Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Nagano to Toppara
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.01
Niigata Kotsu
Bus from Takada Station to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.24–$31.76
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata?
The cheapest way to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata is to drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 3h 49m.
What is the fastest way to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata?
The fastest way to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Kamikōchi and Niigata?
No, there is no direct bus from Kamikōchi to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Kamikochi BT and arriving at Toppara via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
Is there a direct flight between Kamikōchi and Niigata?
There are no direct flights between Kamikōchi and Niigata. The fastest has 1 change and takes 7h 40m and costs $86.96 - $467.39 .
How far is it from Kamikōchi to Niigata?
The distance between Kamikōchi and Niigata is 425 km. The road distance is 291.6 km.
How do I travel from Kamikōchi to Niigata without a car?
The best way to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $228.26 - $304.35 .
How long does it take to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata?
It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Kamikōchi to Niigata bus from?
Kamikōchi to Niigata bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Kamikochi BT station.
Train, bus or fly from Kamikōchi to Niigata?
The best way to get from Kamikōchi to Niigata is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $228.26 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $217.39 - $652.17 and takes 7h 22m, you could also bus, which costs $52.15 and takes 6h 59m.
Where does the Kamikōchi to Niigata bus arrive?
Kamikōchi to Niigata bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano station.
Can I drive from Kamikōchi to Niigata?
Yes, the driving distance between Kamikōchi to Niigata is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Kamikōchi to Niigata.
Where can I stay near Niigata?
There are 84+ hotels available in Niigata. Prices start at $20.46 per night.
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