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How to Travel from

Kyoto to Niigata

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Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$317.59
Plane from Nagoya Airfield to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$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:
$95.28–$317.59

Blue Panorama Airlines

Website:
blue-panorama.com/index.html
Plane from Chūbu Centrair International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$26.68–$304.89

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Nagoya Airfield to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$190.56

Ibex Airlines

Website:
ibexair.co.jp/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$317.59

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyōto to Shinagawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$82.57–$120.68
Train from Ōmiya to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.63–$82.57
Train from Kyōto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$50.81
Train from Tsuruga to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.19–$63.52
Train from Toyama to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$45.73
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.06–$30.49

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–$33.03
Train from Joetsumyoko to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$45.73
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.70–$21.60

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

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–$2.16

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–$43.19
Bus from Kanazawa to Toppara
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.30–$48.27

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Station to Gondo
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.71–$69.87
Bus from Gondo to Toppara
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.01

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Niigata is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Niigata is to train and fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $108.70 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Niigata?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station and arriving at Toppara via Gondo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Shinagawa, Ōmiya and Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Niigata?

The distance between Kyoto and Niigata is 781 km. The road distance is 526.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Niigata without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 5h 41m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Kyoto to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Niigata bus from?

Kyoto to Niigata bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Kyoto Station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Niigata train from?

Kyoto to Niigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Niigata bus arrive?

Kyoto to Niigata bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Gondo station.

Where does the Kyoto to Niigata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Niigata is 526 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Kyoto 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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