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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo and Niseko?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 北１条西４丁目 and arriving at 本通り. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo and Niseko?

No, there is no direct train from Sapporo 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 to Niseko?

The distance between Sapporo and Niseko is 110 km. The road distance is 89.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo to Niseko without a car is to bus which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥200 - ¥2900.

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

The bus from 北１条西４丁目 to 本通り takes 2h 52m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Niseko bus from?

Sapporo to Niseko bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 北１条西４丁目 station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Niseko train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo to Niseko?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Niseko is to bus which takes 2h 52m and costs ¥200 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Sapporo to Niseko bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sapporo to Niseko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo to Niseko?

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

Where can I stay near Niseko?

There are 608+ hotels available in Niseko.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from 北１条西４丁目 to 本通りbus 札幌～ニセコ
2h 52m
¥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 89.7 km
1. Drive from Sapporo to Nisekocar 89.7 km
1h 28m
¥1,542–2,227

Sapporo to Niseko by bus

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 110.3 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 北１条西４丁目 to 本通り 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥200–2,900 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sapporo to Niseko via Otaru in around 3h 31m.

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