What is the cheapest way to get from Biei to Wakkanai?

The cheapest way to get from Biei to Wakkanai is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Biei to Wakkanai?

The fastest way to get from Biei to Wakkanai is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Biei and Wakkanai?

No, there is no direct bus from Biei to Wakkanai. However, there are services departing from 美瑛駅 and arriving at 港２丁目 via 旭川駅前 and 鬼志別ターミナル. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Biei and Wakkanai?

No, there is no direct train from Biei to Wakkanai. However, there are services departing from Biei and arriving at Wakkanai via Asahikawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Biei to Wakkanai?

The distance between Biei and Wakkanai is 281 km. The road distance is 252.3 km.

How do I travel from Biei to Wakkanai without a car?

The best way to get from Biei to Wakkanai without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

How long does it take to get from Biei to Wakkanai?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Biei to Wakkanai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Biei to Wakkanai bus from?

Biei to Wakkanai bus services, operated by Soya Bus, depart from 旭川駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Biei to Wakkanai train from?

Biei to Wakkanai train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Asahikawa station.

Train or bus from Biei to Wakkanai?

The best way to get from Biei to Wakkanai is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥8000 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Biei to Wakkanai bus arrive?

Biei to Wakkanai bus services, operated by Soya Bus, arrive at 鬼志別ターミナル station.

Where does the Biei to Wakkanai train arrive?

Biei to Wakkanai train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Wakkanai station.

Can I drive from Biei to Wakkanai?

Yes, the driving distance between Biei to Wakkanai is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Biei to Wakkanai.

Where can I stay near Wakkanai?

There are 17+ hotels available in Wakkanai.

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There are 3 ways to get from Biei to Wakkanai by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Asahikawa to Wakkanaitrain [188435] Ltd. Exp Sarobetsu 1 / ...
5h 25m
¥5,552–7,721
Drive 252.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Biei to Wakkanaicar 252.3 km
3h 50m
¥4,377–6,323
Bus
1. Take the bus from 旭川駅前 to 鬼志別ターミナルbus 旭川～鬼志別
2. Take the bus from 鬼志別ターミナル to 港２丁目bus 天北宗谷岬線
9h 20m
¥5,572–7,961

Biei to Wakkanai by bus

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9h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 281.2 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Biei, Japan and Wakkanai, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Asahikawa to Wakkanai 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥5,000–7,000 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 美瑛駅 to 港２丁目 via 旭川駅前 and 鬼志別ターミナル in around 9h 20m.

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