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How to Travel from

Niigata to Kyoto

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Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Niigata Airport to Osaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$254.07
Plane from Niigata Airport to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.22–$215.96

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Niigata Airport to Osaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$292.18

Blue Panorama Airlines

Website:
blue-panorama.com/index.html
Plane from Niigata Airport to Chūbu
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$26.68–$304.89

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Niigata Airport to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.22–$215.96

Ibex Airlines

Website:
ibexair.co.jp/
Plane from Niigata Airport to Osaka
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$292.18

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niigata to Tōkyō
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.71–$88.93
Train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$82.57–$120.68
Train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$50.81
Train from Jōetsumyōkō to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.22–$45.73
Train from Toyama to Tsuruga
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.19–$63.52

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niigata to Joetsumyoko
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.76–$45.73
Train from Tsuruga to Kyoto
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$33.03

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Niigata to Joetsumyoko
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$22.87
Train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$2.16

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Nagano Station to Kyoto
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.30–$59.71

Meitetsu Bus

Phone:
052-582-5151
Website:
meitetsu-bus.co.jp/english
Bus from Niigata Station to Meitetsu
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.11–$76.22

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 Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Kyoto is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Kyoto is to train and fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $92.39 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Niigata to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Toppara and arriving at Kyoto Station via Nagano Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Kyōto via Niigata and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Niigata to Kyoto?

The distance between Niigata and Kyoto is 780 km. The road distance is 526.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Kyoto without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 5h 12m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Niigata to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Kyoto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Kyoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Niigata to Kyoto is to train via Tokyo which takes 5h 12m and costs $119.57 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 11h 44m.

Where does the Niigata to Kyoto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Niigata to Kyoto train arrive?

Niigata to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Niigata to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Kyoto is 527 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Niigata to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 2797+ hotels available in Kyoto. Prices start at $27.27 per night.
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