What is the cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi?

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Jōetsu and Fukui-shi?

No, there is no direct train from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi. However, there are services departing from Kasugayama and arriving at Fukui via Jōetsumyōkō and Kanazawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi?

The distance between Jōetsu and Fukui-shi is 253 km. The road distance is 257.9 km.

How do I travel from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥8000 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Fukui-shi train from?

Jōetsu to Fukui-shi train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Jōetsumyōkō station.

Where does the Jōetsu to Fukui-shi train arrive?

Jōetsu to Fukui-shi train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kanazawa station.

Can I drive from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Jōetsu to Fukui-shi is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi.

Where can I stay near Fukui-shi?

There are 148+ hotels available in Fukui-shi.

Jōetsu to Fukui-shi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Jōetsumyōkō to KanazawaHakutaka
2. Take the train from Kanazawa to FukuiTsurugi / ...
3h 1m
¥8,372–14,522
Drive 257.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Jōetsu to Fukui-shi257.9 km
2h 58m
¥4,360–6,298
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kida to KanazawaNiigata
2. Take the train from Kanazawa to FukuiTsurugi / ...
3h 39m
¥6,244–9,129
Train via Nyūzen
1. Take the train from Naoetsu to Tomari(Toyama)
2. Take the train from Tomari(Toyama) to Toyama
3. Take the train from Toyama to Fukui
3h 46m
¥6,306–8,987

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.8 km
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Jōetsu, Japan and Fukui-shi, Japan?

You can take a train from Kasugayama to Fukui via Jōetsumyōkō and Kanazawa in around 3h 1m.

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