What is the cheapest way to get from Kitakata to Niigata?

The cheapest way to get from Kitakata to Niigata is to drive which costs ¥1700 - ¥2600 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitakata to Niigata is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct train between Kitakata and Niigata?

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

How far is it from Kitakata to Niigata?

The distance between Kitakata and Niigata is 116 km. The road distance is 102.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitakata to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs ¥1800 - ¥2500.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Kitakata to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kitakata to Niigata train from?

Kitakata to Niigata train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Kitakata station.

Where does the Kitakata to Niigata train arrive?

Kitakata to Niigata train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Niigata station.

Can I drive from Kitakata to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitakata to Niigata is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Kitakata to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 87+ hotels available in Niigata.

Kitakata to Niigata - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Kitakata to Niigata by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kitakata to Niigatatrain [16920] JR Ban-etsu-West
3h
¥1,795–2,414
Drive 102.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kitakata to Niigatacar 102.2 km
1h 41m
¥1,765–2,549

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kitakata to Niigata.

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Distance: 115.7 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Kitakata, Fukushima-ken, Japan and Niigata, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kitakata to Niigata once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,600–2,200 and the journey takes 2h 37m.

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