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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Obuse is to bus which costs ¥3500 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Obuse is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Obuse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Toppara and arriving at Obuse. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Obuse?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Obuse. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Obuse via Niigata, Takasaki and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Niigata to Obuse?

The distance between Niigata and Obuse is 342 km. The road distance is 170.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Obuse without a car is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥3500.

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

The bus from Toppara to Obuse takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Obuse bus from?

Niigata to Obuse bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, depart from Toppara station.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Obuse train from?

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

Train or bus from Niigata to Obuse?

The best way to get from Niigata to Obuse is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Niigata to Obuse bus arrive?

Niigata to Obuse bus services, operated by Nagaden Bus, arrive at Obuse station.

Where does the Niigata to Obuse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Obuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Obuse is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Niigata to Obuse.

Where can I stay near Obuse?

There are 505+ hotels available in Obuse.

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There are 3 ways to get from Niigata to Obuse by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Obusebus
2h 29m
¥3,500
Drive 170.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Obusecar 170.4 km
2h 17m
¥2,957–4,271
Train
1. Take the train from Niigata to Takasakitrain Toki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
5h 12m
¥5,245–7,069

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Distance: 342.2 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Nagaden Bus operates a bus from Toppara to Obuse twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Obuse via Niigata, Takasaki, and Nagano in around 5h 12m.

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