What is the cheapest way to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo?

The cheapest way to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo?

The fastest way to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Niigata (State) and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata (State) to Tokyo station. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Niigata (State) to Tokyo?

The distance between Niigata (State) and Tokyo is 304 km. The road distance is 313.8 km.

How do I travel from Niigata (State) to Tokyo without a car?

The best way to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

How long does it take to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata (State) to Tokyo train from?

Niigata (State) to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Niigata station.

Where does the Niigata (State) to Tokyo train arrive?

Niigata (State) to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Niigata (State) to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata (State) to Tokyo is 314 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Niigata (State) to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 10915+ hotels available in Tokyo.

Niigata (State) to Tokyo - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Niigata (State) to Tokyo by train, night bus, car, or plane

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 Niigata to Tōkyō Stationtrain Toki
2h 50m
¥7,645–11,269
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Niigata to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalnightbus Wg5252 / ...
8h 32m
¥5,168–11,293
Drive 313.8 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Tokyocar 313.8 km
4h 6m
¥5,407–7,810
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shibata(Niigata) to Tsuruokatrain
2. Fly from Shonai Airport (SYO) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane SYO - HND
5h 33m
¥14,335–41,299

Shonai Airport (SYO) to Tokyo International Airport (HND) flights

35Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥9,993Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 304.2 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Niigata (State), Japan and Tokyo, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Niigata to Tōkyō Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥7,500–11,000 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a vehicle from Niigata to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥5,000–11,000 and the journey takes 7h 17m.

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