Ōsaki to Niigata by train
Niigata lies 184 km (114 mi) south-west of Ōsaki, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 1 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 225 km (140 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ōsaki | Niigata | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 128,763 | 797,591 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Kashimadai Station, Tajiri Station, Matsuyama-Machi Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Ōsaki to Niigata
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Staying in Niigata
Our booking partner lists 73 places to stay in Niigata. Of the 68 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (42). Across 40 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 48,532 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Niigata from Ōsaki?
184 km (114 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ōsaki; by road roughly 225 km (140 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ōsaki to Niigata by train?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ōsaki and Niigata?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Niigata?
Our booking partner lists 73 places to stay in Niigata, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.