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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tokyo to Nigata

Composite routes from Tokyo to Nigata

Cheapest
5 h 42 min
Car
445 km.
from $24
Other
5 h 7 min
338 km.
from $129.28
6 h 39 min
Bus, Plane
338 km.
from $159.64

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Haneda Airport to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$190.56

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Haneda Airport to Shonai
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$241.37
Plane from Haneda Airport to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$292.18

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Tōkyō Station to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$58.44–$82.57

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niigata to Tsuruoka
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.49–$41.92
Train from Akita to Tsuruoka
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.22–$40.65

Bus operators

Shonai Kotsu

Website:
shonaikotsu.jp/english
Bus from Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit to S-mall
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.44–$62.25
Bus from Bus terminal Shinjuku to Tsuruoka
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nigata?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Nigata is to bus which costs $50 - $53.26 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nigata?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Nigata is to fly which takes 4h and costs $86.96 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Nigata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit station and arriving at S-mall Bus terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Nigata?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Nigata. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Tsuruoka via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Nigata?

The distance between Tokyo and Nigata is 438 km. The road distance is 455.2 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Nigata without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nigata without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $76.09 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Nigata?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Tokyo to Nigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nigata bus from?

Tokyo to Nigata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Nigata train from?

Tokyo to Nigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Nigata?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Nigata is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $76.09 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $53.26 and takes 7h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $86.96 - $217.39 and takes 4h.

Where does the Tokyo to Nigata bus arrive?

Tokyo to Nigata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at S-mall Bus terminal station.

Where does the Tokyo to Nigata train arrive?

Tokyo to Nigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Niigata station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Nigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Nigata is 455 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Tokyo to Nigata.

Where can I stay near Nigata?

There are 57+ hotels available in Nigata. Prices start at $25.21 per night.
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