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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Hirafu and Niseko?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 羊蹄登山口 and arriving at ニセコ本通. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

Is there a direct train between Hirafu and Niseko?

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

How far is it from Hirafu to Niseko?

The distance between Hirafu and Niseko is 7 km.

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

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

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

The train from Hirafu to Niseko takes 8 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hirafu to Niseko bus from?

Hirafu to Niseko bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 羊蹄登山口 station.

Where do I catch the Hirafu to Niseko train from?

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

Train or bus from Hirafu to Niseko?

The best way to get from Hirafu to Niseko is to train which takes 8 min and costs ¥220 - ¥300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥240 - ¥950 and takes 10 min.

Where does the Hirafu to Niseko bus arrive?

Hirafu to Niseko bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at ニセコ本通 station.

Where does the Hirafu to Niseko train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Niseko?

There are 607+ hotels available in Niseko.

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Distance: 6.9 km
Duration: 8 min

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Hirafu to Niseko hourly. Tickets cost ¥220–300 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Donan Bus operates a bus from 羊蹄登山口 to ニセコ本通 every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥240–330 and the journey takes 10 min. Niseko Bus also services this route 3 times a day.

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