What is the cheapest way to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center?

The cheapest way to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2900 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center?

The fastest way to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct bus between Shakotan and Lake Toya Visitor Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center. However, there are services departing from 美国 and arriving at 洞爺湖温泉 via 小樽駅前ｂｔ and 札幌駅前７番のりば. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center?

The distance between Shakotan and Lake Toya Visitor Center is 250 km. The road distance is 114.8 km.

How do I travel from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center without a car?

The best way to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center without a car is to bus and train via Otaru which takes 6h 14m and costs ¥4500 - ¥7500.

How long does it take to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center bus from?

Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 美国 station.

Where does the Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center bus arrive?

Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 小樽駅前 station.

Can I drive from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center.

Where can I stay near Lake Toya Visitor Center?

There are 142+ hotels available in Lake Toya Visitor Center.

Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Otaru
best
1. Take the bus from 美国 to 小樽駅前bus ２０積丹線
2. Take the train from Sapporo to Tōyatrain Hokuto
6h 14m
¥4,550–7,420
Drive 114.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Centercar 114.8 km
1h 57m
¥1,978–2,857
Bus
1. Take the bus from 美国 to 小樽駅前bus
2. Take the bus from 小樽駅前ｂｔ to 札幌駅前bus
3. Take the bus from 札幌駅前７番のりば to 洞爺湖温泉bus
6h 21m
¥2,580–5,100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Yoichi Ekimae Jujigai to Sapporo Ekimae Terminalbus Express Iwanai Gō
2. Take the train from Sapporo to Tōyatrain Hokuto
7h
¥4,852–6,621

Shakotan to Lake Toya Visitor Center by bus and foot

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6h 21mAverage Duration

¥2,580Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.8 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Shakotan, Japan and Lake Toya Visitor Center, Japan?

You can take a bus from 美国 to Lake Toya Visitor Center via 小樽駅前, 小樽駅前ｂｔ, 札幌駅前, 札幌駅前７番のりば, and 洞爺湖温泉 in around 6h 21m.

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