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

The cheapest way to get from Muroran to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2300 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muroran to Kutchan is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Muroran and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct bus from Muroran to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from 母恋駅前 and arriving at 役場通 via 洞爺湖温泉 and 喜茂別. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Muroran and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct train from Muroran to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Higashi-Muroran and arriving at Kutchan via Oshamambe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Muroran to Kutchan?

The distance between Muroran and Kutchan is 155 km. The road distance is 90 km.

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

The best way to get from Muroran to Kutchan without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Muroran to Kutchan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Muroran to Kutchan bus from?

Muroran to Kutchan bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 母恋駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Muroran to Kutchan train from?

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

Train or bus from Muroran to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Muroran to Kutchan is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2600 - ¥3700 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Muroran to Kutchan bus arrive?

Muroran to Kutchan bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at 洞爺湖温泉 station.

Where does the Muroran to Kutchan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Muroran to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Muroran to Kutchan is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Muroran to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 595+ hotels available in Kutchan.

Muroran to Kutchan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Muroran to Kutchan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Higashi-Muroran to Oshamambetrain Hokuto / ...
2. Take the train from Oshamambe to Kutchantrain H: Hakodate Line Local
3h 51m
¥3,294–4,383
Drive 90 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Muroran to Kutchancar 90 km
1h 30m
¥1,546–2,233
Bus
1. Take the bus from 母恋駅前 to 洞爺湖温泉bus 室蘭洞爺線
2. Take the bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to 喜茂別bus 札幌洞爺湖線
5h 49m
¥2,621–3,658

Muroran to Kutchan by bus

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.9 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Higashi-Muroran to Kutchan via Oshamambe in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 母恋駅前 to 役場通 via 洞爺湖温泉 and 喜茂別 in around 5h 49m.

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