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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tōya to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Tōya to Kutchan is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Tōya and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Tōya to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from 洞爺湖温泉 and arriving at 役場通 via 喜茂別. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Tōya and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Tōya to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Tōya and arriving at Kutchan via Oshamambe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Lake Tōya to Kutchan?

The distance between Lake Tōya and Kutchan is 65 km. The road distance is 50.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Kutchan without a car is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Lake Tōya to Kutchan, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Lake Tōya to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Kutchan is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2800 - ¥3900 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Kutchan bus arrive?

Lake Tōya to Kutchan bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at 喜茂別 station.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Kutchan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Tōya to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tōya to Kutchan is 51 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Lake Tōya to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 600+ hotels available in Kutchan.

Lake Tōya to Kutchan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Tōya to Kutchan by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to 喜茂別bus 札幌洞爺湖線
2. Take the bus from 喜茂別 to 役場通bus 京極線
2h 28m
¥1,412–1,971
Drive 50.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Tōya to Kutchancar 50.8 km
1h 2m
¥883–1,275
Train
1. Take the train from Tōya to Oshamambetrain Hokuto / ...
2. Take the train from Oshamambe to Kutchantrain Hakodate Main Line
3h 47m
¥2,817–3,863
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lake Tōya to Kutchantaxi 50.8 km
1h 2m
¥14,000–17,000

Lake Tōya to Kutchan by bus

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.9 km
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to 役場通 via 喜茂別 in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to Kutchan via 洞爺駅前, Tōya, and Oshamambe in around 3h 47m.

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