What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose?

The fastest way to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Tōya and Chitose?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Tōya to Chitose. However, there are services departing from 洞爺湖温泉 and arriving at Chitose Eki mae via Rutsusu Resort Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Tōya and Chitose?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Tōya to Chitose. However, there are services departing from Tōya and arriving at Minami-Chitose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Lake Tōya to Chitose?

The distance between Lake Tōya and Chitose is 128 km. The road distance is 92.4 km.

How do I travel from Lake Tōya to Chitose without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3700.

How long does it take to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Tōya to Chitose bus from?

Lake Tōya to Chitose bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 洞爺湖温泉 station.

Where do I catch the Lake Tōya to Chitose train from?

Lake Tōya to Chitose train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Tōya station.

Train or bus from Lake Tōya to Chitose?

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3700. Alternatively, you can bus and Ski bus, which costs ¥5700 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Chitose bus arrive?

Lake Tōya to Chitose bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at ルスツリゾートホテル前 station.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Chitose train arrive?

Lake Tōya to Chitose train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Minami-Chitose station.

Can I drive from Lake Tōya to Chitose?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tōya to Chitose is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Lake Tōya to Chitose.

Where can I stay near Chitose?

There are 168+ hotels available in Chitose.

Lake Tōya to Chitose - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, Ski bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Tōya to Chitose by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōya to Minami-Chitosetrain Hokuto
2h 10m
¥2,767–3,663
Drive 92.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Tōya to Chitosecar 92.4 km
1h 25m
¥1,604–2,316
Bus, Ski bus
1. Take the bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to ルスツリゾートホテル前bus 札幌洞爺湖線 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rutsusu Resort Hotel to Chitose Eki maebus Niseko Ski Bus
3h 34m
¥5,731–5,992

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Distance: 128.4 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Lake Tōya, Japan and Chitose, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Tōya to Minami-Chitose hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,300 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to Chitose Eki mae via Rutsusu Resort Hotel in around 3h 34m.

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