What is the cheapest way to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan?

The cheapest way to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan?

The fastest way to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan is to drive which takes 51 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct bus between Minami-Otaru Station and Kutchan?

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

Is there a direct train between Minami-Otaru Station and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct train from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Minami-Otaru and arriving at Kutchan via Otaru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan?

The distance between Minami-Otaru Station and Kutchan is 63 km. The road distance is 58.2 km.

How do I travel from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan without a car?

The best way to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan without a car is to bus via 小樽駅前 which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1900.

How long does it take to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan?

The bus from 小樽駅前 to 倶知安役場前 takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan bus from?

Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 小樽駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan train from?

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

Train or bus from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan is to bus via 小樽駅前 which takes 1h 45m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1900 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan bus arrive?

Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at 倶知安役場前 station.

Where does the Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan is 58 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

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Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via 小樽駅前
best
1. Take the bus from 小樽駅前 to 倶知安役場前bus 小樽線
1h 45m
¥1,300–1,900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 住吉神社前 to 倶知安十字街bus 札幌～ニセコ
1h 48m
¥190–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Otaru to Kutchantrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
2h 35m
¥1,323–1,861
Drive 58.2 km
1. Drive from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchancar 58.2 km
51 min
¥1,012–1,462
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchantaxi 58.2 km
51 min
¥16,000–20,000

Minami-Otaru Station to Kutchan by foot and bus

21Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

¥190Cheapest Price

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Distance: 62.9 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Minami-Otaru Station, Japan and Kutchan, Japan?

Niseko Bus operates a bus from 小樽駅前 to 倶知安役場前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Otaru to Kutchan every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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