Trains from Sapporo to Niigata

  • Lowest price from ≈ SGD 30,388.10 ¥3,747,742
  • Average duration 9h 16m
  • Connections per day 63
  • Distance 607 km
  • CO₂ per person 8 kg

train from Sapporo to Niigata

The journey from Sapporo to Niigata is about 607 km. On average a train trip takes 9h 16m with 63 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ SGD 30,388.10 ¥3,747,742
Trip duration 9h 16m
Connections per day 63
Lowest price ≈ SGD 30,388.10 ¥3,747,742
Highest price ≈ SGD 35,540.51 ¥4,383,185
First departure 05:46 AM
Last departure 11:23 PM
Distance 607 km
Departure Sapporo
Arrival Niigata
Travel operator Hyperdia
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How much does it cost to get from Sapporo to Niigata by train?

On average, a train ticket from Sapporo to Niigata will cost you ≈ SGD 31,572.22 (¥3,893,778). However, there may be cheaper alternatives available. Virail will show you the lowest prices available for your chosen travel dates, which could be as little as ≈ SGD 30,388.10 (¥3,747,742). If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest train tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.
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Prices will vary when you travel from Sapporo to Niigata. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ SGD 31,572.22 (¥3,893,778) for a train ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

How much time will it take to go from Sapporo to Niigata by train?

Traveling from Sapporo to Niigata by train will usually take 9h 16m. This journey covers a distance of 607 km . When planning your trip, bear in mind that 9h 16m is an average, and route times may vary from day to day. Weather conditions, issues with transport, unexpected diversions, and local events could all cause delays to your journey. Please keep the possibility of these exceptional events in mind when making travel plans. In order to get from Sapporo to Niigata faster, consider looking for an express service that makes fewer stops along the way. Conversely, a connecting route may, in some circumstances, be faster than a direct journey. The fastest routes between Sapporo and Niigata will complete the journey in 8h 21m. On average, it will take you about 9h 16m to travel the 607 km between Sapporo and Niigata.

What time are the first and last departures from Sapporo to Niigata?

In general, the first departure of the day will leave Sapporo at 05:46 AM, and the last departure will leave at 11:23 PM. However, it is important to remember that this is general information, and these journey times are not necessarily available every day. Timetables for each provider on the route from Sapporo to Niigata can change from day to day or month to month. In particular, many providers offer different schedules on weekdays and weekends. Public holidays, local events, and seasonal timetables can also cause schedules to change. If you prefer to travel at night, you will usually find the first departure from Sapporo to Niigata leaving at 05:46 AM. Although things may change depending on the day, in general the last departure of the night leaves at 11:23 PM.If you have some flexibility over the day on which you travel, you might find more options available to you. For example, some providers may only run early morning routes on weekdays, when people are traveling to work. You will often find fewer options available on weekends or public holidays.

Which stations can I use to travel from Sapporo to Niigata?

You will be able to leave Sapporo by using stations such as . These connect you to stations including in Niigata. Check carefully before making a booking. Some or all of these stations will appear on the route, depending on the transport provider you use for your trip. Check carefully to see which route your chosen transport provider follows, to see if it passes through a station that is convenient for your needs. It may be necessary to make a short journey between stations either in Sapporo or in Niigata, for your convenience while traveling.

How many times a day do journeys run from Sapporo to Niigata?

On average, there are 63 daily departures from Sapporo to Niigata. However, there may be more or less on different days. Providers' timetables can change on certain days of the week or public holidays, and many also vary at particular times of year. Some providers change their schedules during the summer season, for example. At very busy times, there may be up to departures each day. The providers that travel along this route include , and each operates according to their own specific schedules. As a traveler, you may prefer a direct journey, or you may not mind making changes and connections. If you have heavy suitcases, a direct journey could be best; otherwise, you might be able to save money and enjoy more flexibility by making a change along the way. Every day, there are an average of 0 departures from Sapporo which travel directly to Niigata. There are 63 journeys with one change or more. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Sapporo to Niigata. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 42.49kg
bus 45.53kg
flight 121.4kg
carpool 97.12kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Sapporo to Niigata?

The train journey between Sapporo and Niigata emits 42.49kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Sapporo and Niigata?

Taking the train between Sapporo and Niigata saves 78.91kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 3.04kg compared to the bus and 54.63kg compared to the car.

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