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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Niigata to Nagano

Composite routes from Niigata to Nagano

Cheapest
2 h 18 min
Car
192 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 3 min
154 km.
from $111.61

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 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 Niigata to Joetsumyoko
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$22.87

Shinano Railway

Website:
shinanorailway.co.jp/english/
Train from Myoko-Kogen to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.26

Bus operators

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Toppara to Showadori
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.01
Bus from Niigata-eki to Showadori
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$27.01

Niigata Kotsu

Phone:
025-246-6333
Email:
Website:
niigata-kotsu.co.jp/
Bus from Niigata Eki-Mae to Takada
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 Niigata to Nagano?

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Nagano is to bus which costs $23.11 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Nagano is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Nagano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toppara and arriving at Showadori. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Nagano?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Nagano. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Nagano via Niigata and Takasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Niigata to Nagano?

The distance between Niigata and Nagano is 383 km. The road distance is 188.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Nagano without a car is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $23.11 .

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

The bus from Toppara to Showadori takes 3h 1m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nagano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Nagano train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Nagano?

The best way to get from Niigata to Nagano is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $23.11 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Niigata to Nagano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Niigata to Nagano train arrive?

Niigata to Nagano train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Takasaki station.

Can I drive from Niigata to Nagano?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Nagano is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Niigata to Nagano.

Where can I stay near Nagano?

There are 174+ hotels available in Nagano. Prices start at $26.60 per night.
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