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

The cheapest way to get from Kutchan to Niseko is to drive which costs ¥240 - ¥350 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kutchan to Niseko is to train which takes 16 min and costs ¥360 - ¥480.

Is there a direct bus between Kutchan and Niseko?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 南十字街 and arriving at ニセコ役場前. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

Is there a direct train between Kutchan and Niseko?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kutchan and arriving at Niseko. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Kutchan to Niseko?

The distance between Kutchan and Niseko is 14 km. The road distance is 14.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kutchan to Niseko without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs ¥360 - ¥480.

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

The train from Kutchan to Niseko takes 16 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kutchan to Niseko bus from?

Kutchan to Niseko bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 南十字街 station.

Where do I catch the Kutchan to Niseko train from?

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

Train or bus from Kutchan to Niseko?

The best way to get from Kutchan to Niseko is to train which takes 16 min and costs ¥360 - ¥480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥340 - ¥1100 and takes 18 min.

Where does the Kutchan to Niseko bus arrive?

Kutchan to Niseko bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at ニセコ役場前 station.

Where does the Kutchan to Niseko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kutchan to Niseko?

Yes, the driving distance between Kutchan to Niseko is 14 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Kutchan to Niseko.

Where can I stay near Niseko?

There are 646+ hotels available in Niseko.

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Kutchan to Niseko by bus

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 16 min

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Kutchan to Niseko every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥360–480 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Donan Bus operates a bus from 南十字街 to ニセコ役場前 every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥340–480 and the journey takes 18 min. Niseko Bus also services this route 3 times a day.

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