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- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €28
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €50
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 5 h 50 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 6 h 8 m
- Buses on 13 Nov
- 19
- Distance
- 255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Niigata to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Niigata to Tokyo will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only €28.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 19 buses from Niigata to Tokyo, including 19 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
966276:10 AM 6h30 Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist 12:40 PM Tokyo, Station Nihonbashi Exit (JR Expressway Bus Terminal Drop-off Point) €28 1 One-way 0 changes
9662210:30 AM 6h40 Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist 5:10 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku €28 1 One-way 0 changes
966276:10 AM 5h50 Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist 12:00 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku €28 1 One-way 0 changes
9663311:45 PM 6h55 Niigata, Niigata University 6:40 AM Tokyo, Station Nihonbashi Exit (JR Expressway Bus Terminal Drop-off Point) €52 1 One-way 0 changes
9663311:15 PM 6h55 Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist 6:10 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) €52 1 One-way 0 changes
9663411:50 PM 5h50 Niigata 5:40 AM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku €52 1 One-way 0 changes
966276:10 AM 5h50 Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist 12:00 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku €28 1 One-way 0 changes
9663411:35 PM 6h05 Niigata 5:40 AM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku €52 1 One-way 0 changes
9663311:45 PM 6h25 Niigata, Niigata University 6:10 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) €52 1 One-way 0 changes
966276:10 AM 6h30 Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist 12:40 PM Tokyo, Station Nihonbashi Exit (JR Expressway Bus Terminal Drop-off Point) €28 1 One-way 0 changes
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Overview: Bus from Niigata to Tokyo
Buses from Niigata to Tokyo run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 6:50 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Live departures
Niigata to Tokyo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Niigata to Tokyo coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96625 | 10:45 PM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 7h30 | 6:15 AM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
96625 | 10:45 PM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 8h15 | 7:00 AM Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
96633 | 11:15 PM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 7h55 | 7:10 AM Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 0 changesdirect | |
96633 | 11:15 PM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 6h55 | 6:10 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 changesdirect | |
96633 | 11:15 PM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 7h25 | 6:40 AM Tokyo, Station Nihonbashi Exit (JR Expressway Bus Terminal Drop-off Point) | 0 changesdirect | |
96633 | 11:45 PM Niigata, Niigata University | 7h25 | 7:10 AM Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 0 changesdirect | |
96633 | 11:45 PM Niigata, Niigata University | 6h25 | 6:10 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 changesdirect | |
96633 | 11:45 PM Niigata, Niigata University | 6h55 | 6:40 AM Tokyo, Station Nihonbashi Exit (JR Expressway Bus Terminal Drop-off Point) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
96627 | 6:10 AM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 6h30 | 12:40 PM Tokyo, Station Nihonbashi Exit (JR Expressway Bus Terminal Drop-off Point) | 0 changesdirect | |
96627 | 6:10 AM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 5h50 | 12:00 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
96622 | 10:30 AM Niigataeki (Niigata Station) South Exist | 6h40 | 5:10 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bus providers: Willer Express from Niigata to TokyoYou can travel by bus between Niigata to Tokyo with Willer Express for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Niigata and Tokyo
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FAQs: Niigata to Tokyo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Niigata to Tokyo by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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