What is the cheapest way to get from Hakodate to Kutchan?

The cheapest way to get from Hakodate to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4500 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakodate to Kutchan?

The fastest way to get from Hakodate to Kutchan is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Hakodate and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct bus from Hakodate station to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Hakodate Station and arriving at 倶知安駅前 via ひらふウェルカムセンター. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Hakodate and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct train from Hakodate to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Hakodate and arriving at Kutchan via Oshamambe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Hakodate to Kutchan?

The distance between Hakodate and Kutchan is 192 km. The road distance is 178.4 km.

How do I travel from Hakodate to Kutchan without a car?

The best way to get from Hakodate to Kutchan without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Hakodate to Kutchan?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Hakodate to Kutchan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakodate to Kutchan bus from?

Hakodate to Kutchan bus services, operated by Hakodate Teisan Bus, depart from Hakodate Station.

Where do I catch the Hakodate to Kutchan train from?

Hakodate to Kutchan train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Hakodate station.

Train or bus from Hakodate to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Hakodate to Kutchan is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8700 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Hakodate to Kutchan bus arrive?

Hakodate to Kutchan bus services, operated by Hakodate Teisan Bus, arrive at Hirafu Welcome Center station.

Where does the Hakodate to Kutchan train arrive?

Hakodate to Kutchan train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Oshamambe station.

Can I drive from Hakodate to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakodate to Kutchan is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Hakodate to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 594+ hotels available in Kutchan.

Hakodate to Kutchan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hakodate to Kutchan by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Hakodate to Oshamambetrain Hokuto / ...
2. Take the train from Oshamambe to Kutchantrain H: Hakodate Line Local
4h 19m
¥4,048–5,368
Drive 178.4 km
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1. Drive from Hakodate to Kutchancar 178.4 km
2h 40m
¥3,095–4,470
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hakodate Station to Hirafu Welcome Centerbus
4h 23m
¥8,700–9,000

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Distance: 192.2 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Hakodate, Japan and Kutchan, Japan?

You can take a train from Hakodate to Kutchan via Oshamambe in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, Hakodate Teisan Bus operates a bus from Hakodate Station to Hirafu Welcome Center once daily. Tickets cost ¥8,000 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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