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

The cheapest way to get from Niseko to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥230 - ¥350 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Niseko to Kutchan is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs ¥6500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct bus between Niseko and Kutchan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from ニセコ役場前 and arriving at 南十字街. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Niseko and Kutchan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Niseko and arriving at Kutchan. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Niseko to Kutchan?

The distance between Niseko and Kutchan is 14 km. The road distance is 14.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Niseko to Kutchan without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs ¥360 - ¥480.

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

The train from Niseko to Kutchan takes 18 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Niseko to Kutchan bus from?

Niseko to Kutchan bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from ニセコ役場前 station.

Where do I catch the Niseko to Kutchan train from?

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

Train or bus from Niseko to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Niseko to Kutchan is to train which takes 18 min and costs ¥360 - ¥480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥340 - ¥1100 and takes 19 min.

Where does the Niseko to Kutchan bus arrive?

Niseko to Kutchan bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at 南十字街 station.

Where does the Niseko to Kutchan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niseko to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Niseko to Kutchan is 14 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Niseko to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 616+ hotels available in Kutchan.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Niseko to Kutchantrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
18 min
¥360–480
Drive 14.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niseko to Kutchancar 14.1 km
17 min
¥237–342
Bus
1. Take the bus from ニセコ役場前 to 南十字街bus 留寿都倶知安線
19 min
¥340–1,100
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Niseko to Kutchantaxi 14.1 km
17 min
¥6,500–8,500

Niseko to Kutchan by bus

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 18 min

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Niseko to Kutchan every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥360–480 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Donan Bus operates a bus from ニセコ役場前 to 南十字街 every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥340–480 and the journey takes 19 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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