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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Tokyo is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Niigata and Tokyo?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Toppara and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata 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 to Tokyo?

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

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

The best way to get from Niigata 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 to Tokyo?

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

Where do I catch the Niigata to Tokyo bus from?

Niigata to Tokyo bus services, operated by Willer Express, depart from Toppara station.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Tokyo train from?

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

Where does the Niigata to Tokyo bus arrive?

Niigata to Tokyo bus services, operated by Willer Express, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Niigata to Tokyo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Tokyo is 314 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Niigata to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 10710+ hotels available in Tokyo.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Niigata to Tokyo by train, night 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 Niigata to Tōkyō StationToki
2h 50m
¥7,645–11,269
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Toppara to Shinjuku Expressway Bus TerminalWg5252
6h 50m
¥5,000–11,000
Drive 313.8 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Tokyo313.8 km
4h 5m
¥5,342–7,716

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Distance: 304.2 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Niigata, 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 Toppara to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥5,000–11,000 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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