What is the cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata?

The cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata is to night bus which costs ¥4800 - ¥11000 and takes 9h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata?

The fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Ueno (Station) and Niigata?

No, there is no direct train from Ueno (Station) to Niigata. However, there are services departing from Ueno and arriving at Aoyama(Niigata) via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Ueno (Station) to Niigata?

The distance between Ueno (Station) and Niigata is 301 km. The road distance is 313 km.

How do I travel from Ueno (Station) to Niigata without a car?

The best way to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueno (Station) to Niigata train from?

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

Train or fly from Ueno (Station) to Niigata?

The best way to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥36000 - ¥75000 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Ueno (Station) to Niigata train arrive?

Ueno (Station) to Niigata train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Niigata station.

Can I drive from Ueno (Station) to Niigata?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno (Station) to Niigata is 313 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Ueno (Station) to Niigata.

Where can I stay near Niigata?

There are 87+ hotels available in Niigata.

Ueno (Station) to Niigata - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ueno (Station) to Niigata 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 Ueno to NiigataToki
2h 24m
¥7,820–11,033
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Saitama Shintoshin Bus Terminal to NiigataWg5151
9h 2m
¥4,797–10,381
Drive 313 km
1. Drive from Ueno (Station) to Niigata313 km
4h 5m
¥5,328–7,696
Fly
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Niigata Airport (KIJ)HND - KIJ
6h 5m
¥36,088–71,572

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Niigata Airport (KIJ) flights

105Weekly Planes

3h 58mAverage Duration

¥14,578Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 300.5 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Ueno to Niigata hourly. Tickets cost ¥7,500–11,000 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, Willer Express operates a vehicle from Saitama Shintoshin Bus Terminal to Niigata once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,200–9,500 and the journey takes 6h 49m.

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