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06:34
Last train
22:01
Travel duration
1h 40m
Daily departures
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Departure station
Nagaoka
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direct
Arrival station
Tokyo
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from $54
Fastest trip
1h 21m
Longest trip
1h 54m
Trains to Nagaoka
Inbound trains reach Nagaoka at Nagaoka Station. JR East Joetsu Shinkansen services arrive from Tokyo Station in around 1h40m to 2h, while trains from Ueno take roughly 1h30m to 1h50m depending on the stopping pattern. Services from Omiya reach Nagaoka in about 1h15m, and trains from Takasaki arrive in around 55m. From the Niigata side, shinkansen services from Niigata arrive in around 20m to 25m. Regional trains from Kashiwazaki reach Nagaoka in roughly 45m, and conventional-line services from Ojiya arrive in about 20m.
Visiting Nagaoka
Nagaoka is a key rail junction in central Niigata Prefecture, positioned between the Tokyo corridor, the Japan Sea coast, and regional lines through inland Niigata. The city has one main passenger train station, Nagaoka Station, served by JR East. Its specific rail role comes from the meeting of the Joetsu Shinkansen, the Shinetsu Main Line, and the Joetsu Line.
Trains from Nagaoka include Joetsu Shinkansen bullet train services, regional trains on the Shinetsu Main Line, and local services using the Joetsu Line toward mountain and valley towns. Nagaoka Station handles both long-distance and regional train tickets, with shinkansen services using the Tokyo - Niigata axis and conventional trains serving nearby cities in Niigata Prefecture.
Rail routes from Nagaoka run south toward Echigo-Yuzawa, Takasaki, Ueno, and Tokyo, north toward Niigata, west toward Kashiwazaki and Naoetsu on the Japan Sea side, and inland toward Ojiya and Tokamachi via regional connections. Book trains from and to Nagaoka online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Nagaoka
From Nagaoka Station, JR East Joetsu Shinkansen services run south on the Tokyo - Niigata corridor toward Echigo-Yuzawa, Takasaki, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. Northbound shinkansen services continue toward Niigata, giving Nagaoka direct access to the prefectural capital and its wider regional rail network.
Conventional JR East trains from Nagaoka serve the Shinetsu Main Line and Joetsu Line. Westbound regional services run toward Kashiwazaki and the Japan Sea side, while southbound local trains follow the inland corridor toward Ojiya and connection points for smaller communities. These regional routes support shorter trips across central Niigata Prefecture.
Nagaoka
Nagaoka - A major city in Niigata Prefecture known for its massive fireworks festival and history as a transport hub on the Sea of Japan side.
Nagaoka Station
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1h 40m
Tokyo
Tokyo - The expansive capital of Japan, where Tokyo Station serves as the terminal for multiple high-speed lines and local transit systems.
Tokyo Station
StationTrain Operators Serving Nagaoka
JR East operates the main rail services in Nagaoka. It runs Joetsu Shinkansen Toki bullet train services from Nagaoka Station on the Tokyo - Niigata corridor. JR East also operates Shinetsu Main Line regional trains for travel across Niigata Prefecture and Joetsu Line local services south of the city. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for JR East services serving Nagaoka, including shinkansen and selected regional rail options.
Destinations from Nagaoka
Service types from Nagaoka Station
Bullet train services: JR East Joetsu Shinkansen Toki services link Nagaoka with Tokyo, Ueno, Omiya, Takasaki, Echigo-Yuzawa, and Niigata. Regional services: JR East Shinetsu Main Line trains connect Nagaoka with Kashiwazaki, Naoetsu, and local stations across Niigata Prefecture. Local inland services: Joetsu Line trains serve Ojiya and communities south of Nagaoka. Airport connections: Nagaoka has no direct airport train; rail passengers usually connect through Niigata Station or the Tokyo rail network for airport access.
Travel from Nagaoka to Tokyo by Shinkansen and explore the Akihabara electronics district or visit the historic Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa.
Frequency
20 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
1h 40m
Tokyo
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Honjo by train and visit the serene Mount Kannon or experience the local flavor at the Honjo Railway Museum.
Frequency
7 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
56m
Honjo
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Niigata by train and visit the Niigata City Art Museum or enjoy the local seafood at the Niigata Station's famous Shiodome.
Frequency
19 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
21m
Niigata
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Takasaki by train and visit the historic Takasaki City Museum or enjoy the scenic views from Mount Haruna.
Frequency
18 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
47m
Takasaki
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Urasa by train and visit the historic Urasa Bishamondo Temple or stroll through the scenic grounds of Lake Urazako.
Frequency
15 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
11m
Urasa
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Yuzawa by train and enjoy skiing at Naeba Ski Resort or relax at the hot springs in Yuzawa Onsen.
Frequency
18 times per day
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Nagaoka
Japan
22m
Yuzawa
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Ueno by train and visit the Tokyo National Museum or enjoy the cherry blossoms at Ueno Park.
Frequency
20 times per day
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Nagaoka
Japan
1h 34m
Ueno
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Kumagaya by train and visit the Kumagaya Sports Culture Park or explore the historical streets of Kumagaya.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
1h 3m
Kumagaya
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Sanjo by train and enjoy the scenic views of the countryside or visit the Sanjo City Museum of History and Culture.
Frequency
18 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
8m
Sanjo
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Jomokogen by train and enjoy the scenic views while visiting Jomokogen Ski Resort and the Kiyotsu Gorge.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
35m
Jomokogen
Japan
Travel from Nagaoka to Saitama by train and visit the Saitama Super Arena or enjoy the picturesque Omiya Bonsai Village.
Frequency
20 times per day
Popular Trains
Nagaoka
Japan
1h 14m
Saitama
Japan
Nagaoka Major Train Stations
Nagaoka has one principal passenger rail hub: Nagaoka Station. JR East uses Nagaoka Station for Joetsu Shinkansen bullet train services on the Tokyo - Niigata corridor, making it the city's main long-distance station. The same station also serves the Shinetsu Main Line for regional travel north and west across Niigata Prefecture, plus Joetsu Line services running south through inland communities. Because Nagaoka's shinkansen and conventional rail services meet at the same station, most inter-station transfers are not needed for rail passengers. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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