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

The cheapest way to get from Muroran to Niseko is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muroran to Niseko is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct bus between Muroran and Niseko?

No, there is no direct bus from Muroran to Niseko. However, there are services departing from 母恋駅前 and arriving at ニセコ本通 via 洞爺湖温泉 and ルスツリゾートホテル前. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Muroran and Niseko?

No, there is no direct train from Muroran to Niseko. However, there are services departing from Higashi-Muroran and arriving at Niseko via Oshamambe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Muroran to Niseko?

The distance between Muroran and Niseko is 141 km. The road distance is 78.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Muroran to Niseko without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Muroran to Niseko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Muroran to Niseko bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Muroran to Niseko train from?

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

Train or bus from Muroran to Niseko?

The best way to get from Muroran to Niseko is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2400 - ¥3500 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Muroran to Niseko bus arrive?

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

Where does the Muroran to Niseko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Muroran to Niseko?

Yes, the driving distance between Muroran to Niseko is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Muroran to Niseko.

Where can I stay near Niseko?

There are 608+ hotels available in Niseko.

Muroran to Niseko - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Muroran to Niseko by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Higashi-Muroran to Oshamambetrain Hokuto / ...
2. Take the train from Oshamambe to Nisekotrain H: Hakodate Line Local
3h 9m
¥2,994–3,983
Drive 78.2 km
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1. Drive from Muroran to Nisekocar 78.2 km
1h 20m
¥1,358–1,961
Bus
1. Take the bus from 母恋駅前 to 洞爺湖温泉bus 室蘭洞爺線
5h 34m
¥2,421–3,408
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Muroran to Nisekotaxi 78.2 km
1h 20m
¥21,000–26,000

Muroran to Niseko by bus

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.4 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Higashi-Muroran to Niseko via Oshamambe in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, Donan Bus operates a bus from 母恋駅前 to 洞爺湖温泉 every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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