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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Otaru and Nisekoā?

No, there is no direct bus from Otaru to Nisekoā. However, there are services departing from 小樽駅前ｂｔ and arriving at 神社前 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Nisekoā?

No, there is no direct train from Otaru to Nisekoā. However, there are services departing from Otaru and arriving at Niseko via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Otaru to Nisekoā?

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

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

The best way to get from Otaru to Nisekoā without a car is to bus which takes 1h 47m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Otaru to Nisekoā, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Nisekoā bus from?

Otaru to Nisekoā bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 小樽駅前ｂｔ station.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Nisekoā train from?

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

Train or bus from Otaru to Nisekoā?

The best way to get from Otaru to Nisekoā is to bus which takes 1h 47m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥3300 - ¥4300 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Otaru to Nisekoā bus arrive?

Otaru to Nisekoā bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 神社前 station.

Where does the Otaru to Nisekoā train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Nisekoā?

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

Where can I stay near Nisekoā?

There are 619+ hotels available in Nisekoā.

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Distance: 78.8 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 小樽駅前ｂｔ to 神社前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Niseko Bus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, 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.

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