Niigata to Tokyo

Niigata to Tokyo

Niigata
Tokyo
Wed, May 22
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$18
 
 
$168

Other Options

Niigata to Tokyo Schedule

Niigata to Tokyo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Seibubus ZSB3 AC Seater 06:25 - 11:02¥ 6,237
Ibex Airlines Economy 09:20 - 21:20¥ 41,878
Shinkansen JR East Green Car 11:20 - 13:27¥ 15,141
Seibubus ZSB3 AC Seater 12:25 - 17:07¥ 6,237
Seibubus ZSB3 AC Seater 15:25 - 20:02¥ 5,500
Seibubus ZSB3 AC Seater 17:25 - 22:02¥ 5,500
Ibex Airlines Economy 19:20 - 09:15¥ 39,492
Shinkansen JR East Unreserved seat 21:36 - 23:37¥ 10,521
Sakura Kotsu SK6 Express 22:15 - 04:55¥ 2,090

Transportation from Niigata to Tokyo

Facts about the transport from Niigata to Tokyo

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport2h 7m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day24
Distance321 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Do, Japan Airlines, Jetstar Japan, JR East Rail Pass, Shinkansen JR East, Skymark Airlines, West Tour Bus AF7

How to get from Niigata to Tokyo

Travelling between Niigata and Tokyo is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 167.99 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.50.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 23 hours to travel between Niigata and Tokyo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Niigata and Tokyo. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 7m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 22h 15m to reach Tokyo.

How much does it cost to get from Niigata to Tokyo?

Travelling between Niigata and Tokyo can be as cheap as USD 17.50 if you opt for a West Tour Bus AF7 bus and as expensive as USD 167.99 if you buy a JR East Rail Pass Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Niigata and Tokyo ?

  • 23 from Niigata to Tokyo starting from 06:00 Niigata until 21:36 Niigata
  • 1 from Niigata to Tokyo starting from 23:55 Niigata until 23:55 Niigata

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Niigata to Tokyo.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Niigata to Tokyo overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Niigata and Tokyo

West Tour Bus AF7

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Niigata to Tokyo?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 64% took a train
  • 36% opted for a bus