What is the cheapest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct bus between Otaru (Station) and Niseko (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 小樽駅前 and arriving at ニセコ駅前. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Otaru (Station) and Niseko (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otaru and arriving at Niseko. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)?

The distance between Otaru (Station) and Niseko (Station) is 73 km. The road distance is 74.8 km.

How do I travel from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

How long does it take to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)?

The train from Otaru to Niseko takes 1h 43m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) bus from?

Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 小樽駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)?

The best way to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1500 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) bus arrive?

Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at ニセコ駅前 station.

Where does the Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station).

Where can I stay near Niseko (Station)?

There are 616+ hotels available in Niseko (Station).

Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromOtaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Otaru to Nisekotrain Hakodate Main Line
1h 43m
¥1,500–2,100
Bus via 神社前
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 市役所通 to 神社前bus 札幌～ニセコ
2h 22m
¥200–2,900
Bus
1. Take the bus from 小樽駅前 to ニセコ駅前bus 小樽線
1h 52m
¥1,500–2,200
Drive 74.8 km
1. Drive from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)car 74.8 km
1h 10m
¥1,295–1,870
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station)taxi 74.8 km
1h 10m
¥20,000–25,000

Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station) by bus

21Weekly Buses

1h 52mAverage Duration

¥1,500Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Otaru (Station) to Niseko (Station).

Launch map view

Distance: 72.5 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Otaru (Station), Japan and Niseko (Station), Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Otaru to Niseko twice daily. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,100 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, Niseko Bus operates a bus from 小樽駅前 to ニセコ駅前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,200 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.