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

The cheapest way to get from Hirafu to Kutchan is to train which costs ¥220 - ¥300 and takes 8 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hirafu to Kutchan is to train which takes 8 min and costs ¥220 - ¥300.

Is there a direct bus between Hirafu and Kutchan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 比羅夫北 and arriving at 倶知安役場前. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

Is there a direct train between Hirafu and Kutchan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hirafu and arriving at Kutchan. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Hirafu to Kutchan?

The distance between Hirafu and Kutchan is 7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hirafu to Kutchan without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs ¥220 - ¥300.

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

The train from Hirafu to Kutchan takes 8 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Hirafu to Kutchan bus from?

Hirafu to Kutchan bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 比羅夫北 station.

Where do I catch the Hirafu to Kutchan train from?

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

Train or bus from Hirafu to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Hirafu to Kutchan is to train which takes 8 min and costs ¥220 - ¥300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥650 - ¥950 and takes 13 min.

Where does the Hirafu to Kutchan bus arrive?

Hirafu to Kutchan bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at 倶知安役場前 station.

Where does the Hirafu to Kutchan train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 626+ hotels available in Kutchan.

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Distance: 6.7 km
Duration: 8 min

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Hirafu to Kutchan every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥220–300 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Niseko Bus operates a bus from 比羅夫北 to 倶知安役場前 every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥650–950 and the journey takes 13 min.

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