Tokyo to Niigata Train Schedule & Tickets

25 trains run from Tokyo to Niigata. The first departs at 06:08 and the last at 21:20. Fares start from 10,240 JPY per adult. Operated by JR East.

Quick answer: The train from Tokyo to Niigata takes 1h 29m – 2h 18m depending on the train, with tickets from 10,240 JPY.

  • Journey time1h 29m – 2h 18m
  • Fares from10,240 JPY
  • Trains per day2506:08–21:20
  • Night trainNo

Route summary

Fastest train1h 29mTOKI 311, departs 09:12
Lowest fare10,240 JPY1 train, e.g. TOKI 309 at 08:54
Most departures07:00–10:007 trains in this window
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Timetable

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TrainDepartsArrivesDurationFare classes (per adult)
TOKI 301 06:08 08:10 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 303 07:04 08:56 1h 52m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 305 07:48 09:51 2h 03m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 307 08:22 10:21 1h 59m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 309not every day 08:48 11:06 2h 18m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 309not every day 08:54 11:06 2h 12m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,240 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,770 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,430 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,580 JPYBook
TOKI 311 09:12 10:41 1h 29m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 313 09:28 11:29 2h 01m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 315 10:15 12:17 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 317 10:41 12:32 1h 51m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 319 11:40 13:43 2h 03m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 321 12:40 14:42 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 323 13:40 15:42 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 325 14:40 16:42 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 327 15:40 17:42 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 329 16:16 18:13 1h 57m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 331 16:40 18:42 2h 02m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 333 17:08 18:57 1h 49m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 335 17:32 19:31 1h 59m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 337 18:12 20:07 1h 55m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 339 18:52 20:59 2h 07m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 341 19:36 21:36 2h 00m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 343 20:24 22:31 2h 07m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 345 20:52 22:55 2h 03m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook
TOKI 347 21:20 23:25 2h 05m
  • Non-reserved seat (Joetsu)10,450 JPYBook
  • Reserved seat (Joetsu)10,980 JPYBook
  • Green car seat (Joetsu)14,640 JPYBook
  • Gran class car seat (Joetsu)17,790 JPYBook

Timetable sampled on 3 upcoming days and updated 2026-10-16 05:05. Ticket prices are per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout and vary by payment method. Check live availability for your date.

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Frequently asked questions

How many trains go from Tokyo to Niigata?

25 trains in our timetable. Some may not run every day, so check the date you travel.

What time is the first and last train from Tokyo to Niigata?

The first departs at 06:08 and the last at 21:20.

How much is a train ticket from Tokyo to Niigata?

Tickets start from 10,240 JPY per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout.

How do I book?

Choose your travel date on this page, click Check availability & book, and complete the booking online.

What is the fastest train from Tokyo to Niigata?

The fastest is TOKI 311, departing at 09:12 with a travel time of 1h 29m.

What is the cheapest train from Tokyo to Niigata?

The lowest fare is 10,240 JPY per adult, for example on TOKI 309 at 08:54.

How long does the train from Tokyo to Niigata take?

It takes 1h 29m – 2h 18m, depending on the train. Tickets start from 10,240 JPY.

Which station does the train from Tokyo leave from?

Trains from Tokyo leave from: Tokyo Station, Ueno Station. Check the station on your ticket before you travel.