How to travel from Nagaoka to Shizuoka, Japan

The distance between Nagaoka and Shizuoka is around 365km (227 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Nagaoka to Shizuoka by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ShizuokaNagaoka if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Tokyo and then to Shizuoka.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥13,005($95)
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Train and Plane

Take the train to Niigata then fly from Niigata (KIJ) to Nagoya Airfield (NKM) then take the train to Shizuoka.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time1hr
  • Typical cost
    ¥36,415($265)
Operated by

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Bus

Take the bus to Shinjuku Station and then to Shizuoka Station North Exit.

  • Duration9hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥6,845($50)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Shizuoka.

  • Duration5hrs
  • Distance365km (227 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nagaoka and Shizuoka

There are several options for getting from Nagaoka to Shizuoka by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥6,845 ($50) and will take around 9hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥13,005 ($95).

The distance between Nagaoka and Shizuoka is around 365km (227 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 278km (172 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Nagaoka and Shizuoka by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 5hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nagaoka to Shizuoka is to take the train which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ¥13,005 ($95).

The cheapest way to travel between Nagaoka and Shizuoka, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥6,845 ($50) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Nagaoka and Shizuoka. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Nagaoka to Shizuoka. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tokyo. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Nagaoka and Shizuoka. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Nagaoka and Shizuoka. It typically takes around 9hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Nagaoka to Shizuoka. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Shinjuku Station. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 9hrs.

Willer Express and JR Bus Kanto run regular bus services between Nagaoka and Shizuoka. Buses run once daily and take around 9hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nagaoka to Shizuoka. We recommend that you take the train to Niigata then fly from Niigata (KIJ) to Nagoya Airfield (NKM) then take the train to Shizuoka. instead which will take 3h 35m.

The closest major airport to Shizuoka is Shizuoka Airport (FSZ) (FSZ) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Shizuoka. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Nagaoka and Shizuoka. The distance is around 365km (227 miles) by road and it will take around 5hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nagaoka to Shizuoka is to take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around ¥13,005 ($95).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Nagaoka and Shizuoka

Transport options from Nagaoka to Shizuoka
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3hrs
¥13,005($95)
hourly410km (255 miles)
Train and Plane
3h 35m
¥36,415($265)
hourly614km (382 miles)
Bus
9hrs
¥6,845($50)
once daily430km (267 miles)
Drive
5hrs
¥5,475($40)
on demand365km (227 miles)

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Airports near Shizuoka

The following major airports near Shizuoka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

FSZ
Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
27km (17 miles) from Shizuoka
HND
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
International Airport
Distance
142km (88 miles) from Shizuoka
NGO
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
International Airport
Distance
144km (90 miles) from Shizuoka