What is the cheapest way to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko?

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2300 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko?

The fastest way to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo(Jr) and Niseko?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 札幌駅前 and arriving at 本通り. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo(Jr) and Niseko?

No, there is no direct train from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko. However, there are services departing from Sapporo and arriving at Niseko via Otaru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko?

The distance between Sapporo(Jr) and Niseko is 112 km. The road distance is 90.1 km.

How do I travel from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko without a car?

The best way to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko without a car is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥200 - ¥2900.

How long does it take to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko?

The bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通り takes 2h 58m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko bus from?

Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 札幌駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko?

The best way to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥200 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko bus arrive?

Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 本通り station.

Where does the Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko.

Where can I stay near Niseko?

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Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通りbus 札幌～ニセコ
3h 7m
¥200–2,900
Train
1. Take the train from Sapporo to Otarutrain H: Hakodate Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Otaru to Nisekotrain H: Hakodate Line Local
3h 31m
¥2,272–3,108
Drive 90.1 km
1. Drive from Sapporo(Jr) to Nisekocar 90.1 km
1h 28m
¥1,563–2,257

Sapporo(Jr) to Niseko by foot and bus

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3h 7mAverage Duration

¥200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.9 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Sapporo(Jr), Japan and Niseko, Japan?

Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通り 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥200–2,900 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sapporo to Niseko via Otaru in around 3h 31m.

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