What is the cheapest way to get from Nisekoā to Otaru?

The cheapest way to get from Nisekoā to Otaru is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nisekoā to Otaru?

The fastest way to get from Nisekoā to Otaru is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct bus between Nisekoā and Otaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Nisekoā to Otaru. However, there are services departing from 運動公園前 and arriving at 小樽駅前 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Nisekoā and Otaru?

No, there is no direct train from Nisekoā to Otaru. However, there are services departing from Niseko and arriving at Minami-Otaru via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Nisekoā to Otaru?

The distance between Nisekoā and Otaru is 79 km. The road distance is 76 km.

How do I travel from Nisekoā to Otaru without a car?

The best way to get from Nisekoā to Otaru without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4300.

How long does it take to get from Nisekoā to Otaru?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Nisekoā to Otaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nisekoā to Otaru bus from?

Nisekoā to Otaru bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 運動公園前 station.

Where do I catch the Nisekoā to Otaru train from?

Nisekoā to Otaru train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Niseko station.

Train or bus from Nisekoā to Otaru?

The best way to get from Nisekoā to Otaru is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥3300 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥4300 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Nisekoā to Otaru bus arrive?

Nisekoā to Otaru bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at 小樽駅前 station.

Where does the Nisekoā to Otaru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nisekoā to Otaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Nisekoā to Otaru is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Nisekoā to Otaru.

Where can I stay near Otaru?

There are 360+ hotels available in Otaru.

Nisekoā to Otaru - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Nisekoā to Otaru by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Niseko to Minami-Otarutrain Hakodate Main Line Rapid Service Niseko Liner
1h 39m
¥3,335–4,269
Drive 76 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nisekoā to Otarucar 76 km
1h 12m
¥1,321–1,908
Bus
1. Take the bus from 運動公園前 to 小樽駅前bus 小樽線
1h 53m
¥3,251–4,270
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nisekoā to Otarutaxi 76 km
1h 12m
¥21,000–25,000

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Distance: 78.9 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Nisekoā, Japan and Otaru, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Niseko to Minami-Otaru once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,100 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Niseko Bus operates a bus from 運動公園前 to 小樽駅前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,200 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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