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

The cheapest way to get from Shiraoi to Niseko is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiraoi to Niseko is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Shiraoi and Niseko?

No, there is no direct train from Shiraoi to Niseko. However, there are services departing from Shiraoi and arriving at Niseko via Oshamambe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Shiraoi to Niseko?

The distance between Shiraoi and Niseko is 177 km. The road distance is 77.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiraoi to Niseko without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Shiraoi to Niseko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiraoi to Niseko train from?

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

Where does the Shiraoi to Niseko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiraoi to Niseko?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiraoi to Niseko is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Shiraoi to Niseko.

Where can I stay near Niseko?

There are 613+ hotels available in Niseko.

Shiraoi to Niseko - 5 ways to travel via train, Ski bus, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Shiraoi to Niseko by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shiraoi to Oshamambetrain Hokuto
2. Take the train from Oshamambe to Nisekotrain H: Hakodate Line Local
3h 38m
¥3,725–4,938
Drive 77.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiraoi to Nisekocar 77.4 km
1h 17m
¥1,345–1,942
Train, Ski bus
1. Take the train from Shiraoi to Minami-Chitosetrain Hokuto / ...
2. Take the bus from Chitose Eki mae to Hondōribus Niseko Ski Bus
4h 11m
¥6,208–6,596
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiraoi to Nisekotaxi 77.4 km
1h 17m
¥21,000–26,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shiraoi to Sapporotrain Hokuto / ...
2. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通りbus 札幌～ニセコ
5h 13m
¥2,155–5,454

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Distance: 177.5 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Shiraoi to Niseko via Oshamambe in around 3h 38m.

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