How to Travel from
Niigata to Kamikōchi
by Route or Car
Schedule
Niigata, Japan → Kamikōchi, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Niigata to Kamikōchi
Composite routes from Niigata to Kamikōchi
Cheapest
3 h 51 min
Car
298 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 33 min
219 km.
from $376.40
6 h 44 min
218 km.
from $78.20
6 h 20 min
218 km.
from $121.48
7 h 44 min
Train, Bus
216 km.
from $112.04
Transport providers
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niigata to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.19–$62.25
Train from Takasaki to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$47.00
Train from Jōetsumyōkō to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.60–$35.57
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagano to Akashina
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.97–$22.87
Train from Nagano to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.51–$26.68
Train from Niigata to Joetsumyoko
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$45.73
JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Nagano to Akashina
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.84–$8.26
Train from Nagano to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16
Train from Niigata to Joetsumyoko
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$22.87
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Niigata Airport to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$597.07
Bus operators
ALPICO Kotsu
Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Nagano to Kamikochi
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.94
Bus from Matsumoto Station to Kamikochi
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.83
Nagaden Bus
Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Toppara to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.01
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi?
The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi is to drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 3h 47m.
What is the fastest way to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi?
The fastest way to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Kamikōchi?
No, there is no direct bus from Niigata to Kamikōchi. However, there are services departing from Toppara and arriving at Kamikochi BT via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.
How far is it from Niigata to Kamikōchi?
The distance between Niigata and Kamikōchi is 425 km. The road distance is 293.5 km.
How do I travel from Niigata to Kamikōchi without a car?
The best way to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $217.39 - $315.22 .
How long does it take to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi?
It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Niigata to Kamikōchi bus from?
Niigata to Kamikōchi bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Toppara station.
Train, bus or fly from Niigata to Kamikōchi?
The best way to get from Niigata to Kamikōchi is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $217.39 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52.15 and takes 6h 44m, you could also fly, which costs $380.43 - $706.52 and takes 6h 47m.
Where does the Niigata to Kamikōchi bus arrive?
Niigata to Kamikōchi bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Nagano station.
Can I drive from Niigata to Kamikōchi?
Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Kamikōchi is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Niigata to Kamikōchi.
Where can I stay near Kamikōchi?
There are 53+ hotels available in Kamikōchi. Prices start at $21.77 per night.
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