Jōetsu to Nagano by bus
Nagano lies 56 km (35 mi) south of Jōetsu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 15 min including stops, over roughly 68 km (42 mi) of road.
| Jōetsu | Nagano | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 189,430 | 372,760 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 372 m (1,220 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book buses from Jōetsu to Nagano
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Staying in Nagano
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Common questions
How far is Nagano from Jōetsu?
56 km (35 mi) in a straight line, south of Jōetsu; by road roughly 68 km (42 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jōetsu to Nagano by bus?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jōetsu and Nagano?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.