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Cheapest price
95S$
Average price
95S$
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tokyo to Niigata is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Niigata will cost around 95S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 95S$.
Of the 28 trains that leave Tokyo for Niigata every day 28 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 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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 3252:40 PM2h02Tokyo Station4:42 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes- Toki 3396:52 PM2h07Tokyo Station8:59 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3119:12 AM1h29Tokyo Station10:41 AMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 31510:15 AM2h02Tokyo Station12:17 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3335:08 PM1h49Tokyo Station6:57 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3119:12 AM1h29Tokyo Station10:41 AMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3335:08 PM1h49Tokyo Station6:57 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 31710:41 AM1h51Tokyo Station12:32 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3037:04 AM1h52Tokyo Station8:56 AMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
- Toki 3376:12 PM1h55Tokyo Station8:07 PMNiigata95 S$1One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Tokyo to Niigata train times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Niigata 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 301 | 6:08 AM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 8:10 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 303 | 7:04 AM Tokyo Station | 1h52 | 8:56 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 305 | 7:48 AM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 9:51 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 307 | 8:22 AM Tokyo Station | 1h59 | 10:21 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 309 | 8:48 AM Tokyo Station | 2h18 | 11:06 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 311 | 9:12 AM Tokyo Station | 1h29 | 10:41 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 313 | 9:28 AM Tokyo Station | 2h01 | 11:29 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 63 | 9:52 AM Tokyo Station | 2h00 | 11:52 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 315 | 10:15 AM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 12:17 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 317 | 10:41 AM Tokyo Station | 1h51 | 12:32 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 69 | 11:16 AM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 1:18 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 319 | 11:40 AM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 1:43 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 321 | 12:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 2:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 77 | 1:16 PM Tokyo Station | 2h00 | 3:16 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 323 | 1:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 3:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 325 | 2:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 4:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 327 | 3:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 5:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 329 | 4:16 PM Tokyo Station | 1h57 | 6:13 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 331 | 4:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 6:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 333 | 5:08 PM Tokyo Station | 1h49 | 6:57 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 335 | 5:32 PM Tokyo Station | 1h59 | 7:31 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 337 | 6:12 PM Tokyo Station | 1h55 | 8:07 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 411 | 6:32 PM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 8:35 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 339 | 6:52 PM Tokyo Station | 2h07 | 8:59 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 341 | 7:36 PM Tokyo Station | 2h00 | 9:36 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 343 | 8:24 PM Tokyo Station | 2h07 | 10:31 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 345 | 8:52 PM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 10:55 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 347 | 9:20 PM Tokyo Station | 2h05 | 11:25 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 17 August | |||||
| Toki 301 | 6:08 AM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 8:10 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 303 | 7:04 AM Tokyo Station | 1h52 | 8:56 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 305 | 7:48 AM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 9:51 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 307 | 8:22 AM Tokyo Station | 1h59 | 10:21 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 309 | 8:48 AM Tokyo Station | 2h18 | 11:06 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 311 | 9:12 AM Tokyo Station | 1h29 | 10:41 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 313 | 9:28 AM Tokyo Station | 2h01 | 11:29 AM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 315 | 10:15 AM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 12:17 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 317 | 10:41 AM Tokyo Station | 1h51 | 12:32 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 319 | 11:40 AM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 1:43 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 321 | 12:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 2:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 323 | 1:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 3:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 325 | 2:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 4:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 327 | 3:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 5:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 329 | 4:16 PM Tokyo Station | 1h57 | 6:13 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 331 | 4:40 PM Tokyo Station | 2h02 | 6:42 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 333 | 5:08 PM Tokyo Station | 1h49 | 6:57 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 335 | 5:32 PM Tokyo Station | 1h59 | 7:31 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 337 | 6:12 PM Tokyo Station | 1h55 | 8:07 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 339 | 6:52 PM Tokyo Station | 2h07 | 8:59 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 341 | 7:36 PM Tokyo Station | 2h00 | 9:36 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 343 | 8:24 PM Tokyo Station | 2h07 | 10:31 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 345 | 8:52 PM Tokyo Station | 2h03 | 10:55 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
| Toki 347 | 9:20 PM Tokyo Station | 2h05 | 11:25 PM Niigata | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tokyo to Niigata
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Take a train from Tokyo to Niigata and enjoy the approximately 255 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Distance 255 km |
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FAQs: Tokyo to Niigata train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tokyo and Niigata
Most Tokyo to Niigata trains use the Tokyo Station to Niigata Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Tokyo and Niigata train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Tokyo station do trains to Niigata leave from?
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.
Which Niigata station do trains from Tokyo arrive at?
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.
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