What is the cheapest way to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station) is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station) is to drive which takes 52 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct bus between Kutchan and Otaru (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 倶知安役場前 and arriving at 小樽駅前. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Kutchan and Otaru (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kutchan and arriving at Otaru. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)?

The distance between Kutchan and Otaru (Station) is 59 km. The road distance is 59.6 km.

How do I travel from Kutchan to Otaru (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1700.

How long does it take to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)?

The train from Kutchan to Otaru takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Kutchan to Otaru (Station) bus from?

Kutchan to Otaru (Station) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 倶知安役場前 station.

Where do I catch the Kutchan to Otaru (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)?

The best way to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station) is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Kutchan to Otaru (Station) bus arrive?

Kutchan to Otaru (Station) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at 小樽駅前 station.

Where does the Kutchan to Otaru (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Kutchan to Otaru (Station) is 60 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Kutchan to Otaru (Station).

Where can I stay near Otaru (Station)?

There are 359+ hotels available in Otaru (Station).

Kutchan to Otaru (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kutchan to Otaru (Station) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kutchan to Otarutrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
1h 15m
¥1,200–1,700
Drive 59.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)car 59.6 km
52 min
¥1,034–1,493
Bus
1. Take the bus from 倶知安役場前 to 小樽駅前bus 小樽線
1h 23m
¥1,300–1,900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kutchan to Otaru (Station)taxi 59.6 km
52 min
¥16,000–20,000

Kutchan to Otaru (Station) by bus

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Kutchan, Japan and Otaru (Station), Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Kutchan to Otaru hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Niseko Bus operates a bus from 倶知安役場前 to 小樽駅前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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