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Cheapest price
505kr
Average price
505kr
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 505kr if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 505kr.
Of the 40 trains that leave Niigata for Tokyo every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
Toki 785:20 PM1h39Niigata6:59 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes- Toki 3242:27 PM1h36Niigata4:03 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3087:56 AM1h42Niigata9:38 AMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3406:58 PM1h33Niigata8:31 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 6012:55 PM1h24Niigata2:19 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3129:13 AM1h07Niigata10:20 AMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3263:17 PM1h18Niigata4:35 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 6012:55 PM1h24Niigata2:19 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 744:11 PM1h24Niigata5:35 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
- Toki 723:03 PM1h28Niigata4:31 PMTokyo505 kr1One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Niigata to Tokyo train times
The table below shows live departures for Niigata to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Monday, 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toki 300 | 6:12 AM Niigata | 1h33 | 7:45 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 302 | 6:40 AM Niigata | 1h39 | 8:19 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 304 | 7:02 AM Niigata | 1h33 | 8:35 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 306 | 7:24 AM Niigata | 1h51 | 9:15 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 308 | 7:56 AM Niigata | 1h42 | 9:38 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 12 | 8:25 AM Niigata | 1h28 | 9:53 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 310 | 8:33 AM Niigata | 1h31 | 10:04 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 312 | 9:13 AM Niigata | 1h07 | 10:20 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 314 | 9:30 AM Niigata | 1h31 | 11:01 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 52 | 9:39 AM Niigata | 1h28 | 11:07 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 316 | 10:28 AM Niigata | 1h35 | 12:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 54 | 10:48 AM Niigata | 1h31 | 12:19 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 318 | 11:25 AM Niigata | 1h38 | 1:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 56 | 11:47 AM Niigata | 1h32 | 1:19 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 58 | 12:01 PM Niigata | 1h34 | 1:35 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 320 | 12:27 PM Niigata | 1h36 | 2:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 60 | 12:55 PM Niigata | 1h24 | 2:19 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 62 | 1:03 PM Niigata | 1h32 | 2:35 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 322 | 1:23 PM Niigata | 1h40 | 3:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 64 | 1:47 PM Niigata | 1h32 | 3:19 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 68 | 2:07 PM Niigata | 1h28 | 3:35 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 324 | 2:27 PM Niigata | 1h36 | 4:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 72 | 3:03 PM Niigata | 1h28 | 4:31 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 326 | 3:17 PM Niigata | 1h18 | 4:35 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 328 | 3:38 PM Niigata | 1h37 | 5:15 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 74 | 4:11 PM Niigata | 1h24 | 5:35 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 76 | 4:22 PM Niigata | 1h33 | 5:55 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 330 | 4:30 PM Niigata | 1h45 | 6:15 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 332 | 5:04 PM Niigata | 1h31 | 6:35 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 78 | 5:20 PM Niigata | 1h39 | 6:59 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 334 | 5:26 PM Niigata | 1h45 | 7:11 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 336 | 5:50 PM Niigata | 1h37 | 7:27 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 338 | 6:18 PM Niigata | 1h29 | 7:47 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 340 | 6:58 PM Niigata | 1h33 | 8:31 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 80 | 7:12 PM Niigata | 1h30 | 8:42 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 82 | 7:34 PM Niigata | 1h29 | 9:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 342 | 7:42 PM Niigata | 1h45 | 9:27 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 84 | 8:10 PM Niigata | 1h40 | 9:50 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 344 | 8:31 PM Niigata | 1h32 | 10:03 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 346 | 9:40 PM Niigata | 1h34 | 11:14 PM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 300 | 6:12 AM Niigata | 1h59 | 8:11 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 302 | 6:40 AM Niigata | 2h04 | 8:44 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 304 | 7:02 AM Niigata | 1h58 | 9:00 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 306 | 7:24 AM Niigata | 2h16 | 9:40 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 308 | 7:56 AM Niigata | 2h07 | 10:03 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 310 | 8:33 AM Niigata | 1h56 | 10:29 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 312 | 9:13 AM Niigata | 1h31 | 10:44 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 314 | 9:30 AM Niigata | 1h58 | 11:28 AM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 316 | 10:28 AM Niigata | 2h00 | 12:28 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 54 | 10:48 AM Niigata | 1h56 | 12:44 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 318 | 11:25 AM Niigata | 2h03 | 1:28 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 56 | 11:47 AM Niigata | 1h57 | 1:44 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 320 | 12:27 PM Niigata | 2h01 | 2:28 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 60 | 12:55 PM Niigata | 1h49 | 2:44 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 62 | 1:03 PM Niigata | 1h57 | 3:00 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 322 | 1:23 PM Niigata | 2h05 | 3:28 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 64 | 1:47 PM Niigata | 1h57 | 3:44 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 68 | 2:07 PM Niigata | 1h53 | 4:00 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 324 | 2:27 PM Niigata | 2h01 | 4:28 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 72 | 3:03 PM Niigata | 1h53 | 4:56 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 326 | 3:17 PM Niigata | 1h43 | 5:00 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 328 | 3:38 PM Niigata | 2h02 | 5:40 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 74 | 4:11 PM Niigata | 1h49 | 6:00 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 330 | 4:30 PM Niigata | 2h10 | 6:40 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 332 | 5:04 PM Niigata | 1h56 | 7:00 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 78 | 5:20 PM Niigata | 2h04 | 7:24 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 334 | 5:26 PM Niigata | 2h10 | 7:36 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 336 | 5:50 PM Niigata | 2h02 | 7:52 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 338 | 6:18 PM Niigata | 1h54 | 8:12 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 340 | 6:58 PM Niigata | 1h58 | 8:56 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 342 | 7:42 PM Niigata | 2h10 | 9:52 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 344 | 8:31 PM Niigata | 1h57 | 10:28 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 346 | 9:40 PM Niigata | 2h00 | 11:40 PM Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Niigata to Tokyo
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Distance 255 km |
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FAQs: Niigata to Tokyo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Niigata to Tokyo by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Niigata and Tokyo
Most Niigata to Tokyo trains use the Niigata Station to Tokyo Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Niigata and Tokyo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Niigata station do trains to Tokyo leave from?
Getting to Niigata Station from Niigata city centre
Niigata Station is 3 km from Niigata city centre. Public transport options include:
Niigata Station train station facilities and services
Niigata Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available within the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main entrances.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Niigata Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Niigata Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Niigata Station: Station equipped with elevators and ramps for accessibility.
Which Tokyo station do trains from Niigata arrive at?
Getting to Tokyo Station from Tokyo city centre
Tokyo Station train station facilities and services
Tokyo Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Numerous dining options, including Tokyo Ramen Street, Tokyo Sweets Land, and various cafes and restaurants.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in certain areas; some cafes and restaurants offer free Wi-Fi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available, including Japan Post Bank ATMs and other major banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tokyo Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tokyo Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tokyo Station: Elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms available; nursing rooms and baby changing facilities provided.
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