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Six ways to Travel from Kyoto to Jōetsu
Composite routes from Kyoto to Jōetsu
Cheapest
4 h 36 min
Car
Other
4 h 50 min
8 h 29 min
Train
8 h 49 min
Bus, Train
6 h 32 min
Bus, Plane
6 h 43 min
Train, Plane
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
Plane from Kobe to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.54–$190.56
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
Fuji Dream
Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Kobe to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.54–$190.56
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 Tsuruga to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Train from Toyama to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$44.46
Train from Kyōto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$49.54
Train from Niigata to Nagaoka
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.33–$34.30
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Kōbe
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.87–$36.84
Train from Nagano to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.60–$34.30
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyoto to Tsuruga
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$31.76
Train from Niigata to Nagaoka
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14
Train from Nagaoka to Naoetsu
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95
Train from Shiojiri to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95
JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Niigata to Nagaoka
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.89
Train from Nagaoka to Naoetsu
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$11.43
Train from Shiojiri to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.26–$12.07
Shinano Railway
Website:
shinanorailway.co.jp/english/
Train from Nagano to Myoko-Kogen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$7.62
Bus operators
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 Kida
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.60–$30.49
Nagaden Bus
Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Station to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.44–$69.87
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu?
The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu is to drive which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 4h 35m.
What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu?
The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .
Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Jōetsu?
No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Jōetsu. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at Kasugayama via Tsuruga, Toyama and Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.
How far is it from Kyoto to Jōetsu?
The distance between Kyoto and Jōetsu is 412 km. The road distance is 410.2 km.
How do I travel from Kyoto to Jōetsu without a car?
The best way to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs $81.52 - $141.30 .
How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu?
It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Kyoto to Jōetsu, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Kyoto to Jōetsu train from?
Kyoto to Jōetsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kyoto station.
Where does the Kyoto to Jōetsu train arrive?
Kyoto to Jōetsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.
Can I drive from Kyoto to Jōetsu?
Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Jōetsu is 410 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Kyoto to Jōetsu.
Where can I stay near Jōetsu?
There are 16+ hotels available in Jōetsu. Prices start at $28.45 per night.
