What is the cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Uozu?

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Uozu is to train and bus via Tomari(Toyama) which costs ¥1600 - ¥2200 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Uozu?

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Uozu is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct train between Jōetsu and Uozu?

No, there is no direct train from Jōetsu to Uozu. However, there are services departing from Kasugayama and arriving at Nishiuozu via Jōetsumyōkō and Shin-Kurobe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Uozu?

The distance between Jōetsu and Uozu is 97 km. The road distance is 95.5 km.

How do I travel from Jōetsu to Uozu without a car?

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Uozu without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥3900 - ¥8000.

How long does it take to get from Jōetsu to Uozu?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Jōetsu to Uozu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Uozu train from?

Jōetsu to Uozu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Jōetsumyōkō station.

Where does the Jōetsu to Uozu train arrive?

Jōetsu to Uozu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kurobe-Unazukionsen station.

Can I drive from Jōetsu to Uozu?

Yes, the driving distance between Jōetsu to Uozu is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Jōetsu to Uozu.

Where can I stay near Uozu?

There are 140+ hotels available in Uozu.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Jōetsu to Uozu 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 Kurobe-UnazukionsenHakutaka
2. Take the train from Shin-Kurobe to Nishiuozu[159195] Toyama Chiho Railway Main / ...
2h 23m
¥3,922–7,722
Drive 95.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Jōetsu to Uozu95.5 km
1h 18m
¥1,608–2,322
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Jōetsumyōkō to Kurobe-Unazukionsen
2. Take the bus from KurobeUnazuki Onsen Sta. to Uozu Sta.黒便
3. Take the bus from 魚津駅前 to 下中島公民館口
3h 50m
¥4,572–8,222
Train, bus via Tomari(Toyama)
1. Take the train from Naoetsu to Tomari(Toyama)[29306] Echigo TOKImeki Railway Nihonkai Hisui
2. Take the bus from 魚津駅前 to 下中島公民館口市街地巡回ルート東回り / ...
3h 13m
¥1,666–2,137

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 97 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Jōetsu, Japan and Uozu, Japan?

You can take a train from Kasugayama to Nishiuozu via Jōetsumyōkō, Kurobe-Unazukionsen, and Shin-Kurobe in around 2h 23m.

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