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The cheapest and fastest trains from Saitama to Niigata

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept

Cheapest price on 21 Sept

$78

Average ticket price on 21 Sept

$78

Fastest journey on 21 Sept

1 h 7 m

Average journey duration on 21 Sept

1 h 21 m

Trains on 21 Sept

Distance

229 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saitama to Niigata is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Saitama to Niigata will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $78.

Fast trains

On Mon, 21 Sept, we found 28 trains from Saitama to Niigata, including 28 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 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 27 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 347
9:45 PM1h40
Saitama
11:25 PMNiigata
$781One-way
0 changes
Toki 313
9:53 AM1h36
Saitama
11:29 AMNiigata
$781One-way
0 changes
Toki 333
5:33 PM1h24
Saitama
6:57 PMNiigata
$781One-way
0 changes
Toki 77
1:41 PM1h35
Saitama
3:16 PMNiigata
$781One-way
0 changes
Toki 341
8:01 PM1h35
Saitama
9:36 PMNiigata
$781One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Saitama to Niigata

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saitama to Niigata among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $49, while a train costs an average of $78.

Distance: 229 km

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Train	Most popular Coach
$78 Average Price	$49 Average Price Cheapest
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Live departures

Saitama to Niigata train times

The table below shows live departures for Saitama to Niigata trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Toki 301	6:33 AM Saitama	1h37	8:10 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 303	7:29 AM Saitama	1h27	8:56 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 305	8:13 AM Saitama	1h38	9:51 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 307	8:47 AM Saitama	1h34	10:21 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 309	9:13 AM Saitama	1h53	11:06 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 311	9:34 AM Saitama	1h07	10:41 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 313	9:53 AM Saitama	1h36	11:29 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 63	10:17 AM Saitama	1h35	11:52 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 315	10:40 AM Saitama	1h37	12:17 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 317	11:06 AM Saitama	1h26	12:32 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 69	11:41 AM Saitama	1h37	1:18 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 319	12:05 PM Saitama	1h38	1:43 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 321	1:05 PM Saitama	1h37	2:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 77	1:41 PM Saitama	1h35	3:16 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 323	2:05 PM Saitama	1h37	3:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 325	3:05 PM Saitama	1h37	4:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 35	3:41 PM Saitama	1h22	5:03 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 327	4:05 PM Saitama	1h37	5:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 329	4:41 PM Saitama	1h32	6:13 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 331	5:05 PM Saitama	1h37	6:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 333	5:33 PM Saitama	1h24	6:57 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 335	5:57 PM Saitama	1h34	7:31 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 337	6:37 PM Saitama	1h30	8:07 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 339	7:17 PM Saitama	1h42	8:59 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 341	8:01 PM Saitama	1h35	9:36 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 343	8:49 PM Saitama	1h42	10:31 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 345	9:17 PM Saitama	1h38	10:55 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 347	9:45 PM Saitama	1h40	11:25 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Tuesday, 22 September
Toki 301	6:33 AM Saitama	1h37	8:10 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 303	7:29 AM Saitama	1h27	8:56 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 305	8:13 AM Saitama	1h38	9:51 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 307	8:47 AM Saitama	1h34	10:21 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 309	9:13 AM Saitama	1h53	11:06 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 311	9:34 AM Saitama	1h07	10:41 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 313	9:53 AM Saitama	1h36	11:29 AM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 315	10:40 AM Saitama	1h37	12:17 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 317	11:06 AM Saitama	1h26	12:32 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 319	12:05 PM Saitama	1h38	1:43 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 321	1:05 PM Saitama	1h37	2:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 77	1:41 PM Saitama	1h35	3:16 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 323	2:05 PM Saitama	1h37	3:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 81	2:41 PM Saitama	1h34	4:15 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 325	3:05 PM Saitama	1h37	4:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 35	3:41 PM Saitama	1h22	5:03 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 327	4:05 PM Saitama	1h37	5:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 329	4:41 PM Saitama	1h32	6:13 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 331	5:05 PM Saitama	1h37	6:42 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 333	5:33 PM Saitama	1h24	6:57 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 335	5:57 PM Saitama	1h34	7:31 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 337	6:37 PM Saitama	1h30	8:07 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 339	7:17 PM Saitama	1h42	8:59 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 341	8:01 PM Saitama	1h35	9:36 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 343	8:49 PM Saitama	1h42	10:31 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 345	9:17 PM Saitama	1h38	10:55 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect
Toki 347	9:45 PM Saitama	1h40	11:25 PM Niigata	0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Saitama to Niigata

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Take a train from Saitama to Niigata and enjoy the approximately 229 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 12:45. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 1h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from $32

Distance

229 km

Average train duration

1h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$76

Fastest train

1h 40m

First train

12:28 AM

Last train

12:45 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Best time to book

2 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from $32

FAQs: Saitama to Niigata train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saitama to Niigata 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 Niigata, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Saitama to Niigata can start from as little as $76 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Saitama to Niigata is $78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Saitama to Niigata is 1h 40m to travel the 229 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Saitama to Niigata leaves at 12:28 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Saitama to Niigata leaves at 12:45 pm.

A day trip to Niigata from Saitama is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Saitama to Niigata is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saitama and Niigata including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Saitama and Niigata

Most Saitama to Niigata trains use the to Niigata Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Saitama and Niigata train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Saitama

Arrival train stations in Niigata

Which Niigata station do trains from Saitama arrive at?

Trains from Saitama to Niigata arrive at Niigata Station. Niigata Station is 4 km from Niigata city centre.

Niigata StationNiigata Station, 1-chōme-1-1 Hanazono, Chuo Ward, Niigata, 950-0086, Japan Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Niigata Station from Niigata city centre

Niigata Station is 3 km from Niigata city centre. Public transport options include:

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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.

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