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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Inawashiro is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3000 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Inawashiro is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Inawashiro?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Inawashiro. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Inawashiro via Niigata and Aizu-Wakamatsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Niigata to Inawashiro?

The distance between Niigata and Inawashiro is 141 km. The road distance is 118.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Inawashiro without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs ¥3000 - ¥5000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Niigata to Inawashiro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Inawashiro train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Inawashiro?

The best way to get from Niigata to Inawashiro is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs ¥3000 - ¥5000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2400 - ¥4100 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Niigata to Inawashiro train arrive?

Niigata to Inawashiro train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Aizu-Wakamatsu station.

Can I drive from Niigata to Inawashiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Inawashiro is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Niigata to Inawashiro.

Where can I stay near Inawashiro?

There are 119+ hotels available in Inawashiro.

Niigata to Inawashiro - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Niigata to Inawashiro by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Niigata Bandai City Bus Center to Aizu-wakamatsubus
4h 14m
¥3,054–4,936
Drive 118.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Inawashirocar 118.9 km
1h 53m
¥2,038–2,944
Train
1. Take the train from Niigata to Aizu-Wakamatsutrain [16963] JR Ban-etsu-West
5h 8m
¥2,425–4,069

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Niigata to Inawashiro.

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Distance: 140.5 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Niigata, Japan and Inawashiro, Japan?

Niigata Kotsu operates a bus from Niigata Bandai City Bus Center to Aizu-wakamatsu twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,400–3,400 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Niigata to Aizu-Wakamatsu once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,800–2,500 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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