What is the cheapest way to get from Chitose to Kutchan?

The cheapest way to get from Chitose to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥1700 - ¥2600 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chitose to Kutchan?

The fastest way to get from Chitose to Kutchan is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct bus between Chitose and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct bus from Chitose to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Chitose Eki mae and arriving at 南５条 via ニセコビュープラザ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Chitose and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct train from Chitose to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from Chitose and arriving at Kutchan via Otaru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Chitose to Kutchan?

The distance between Chitose and Kutchan is 134 km. The road distance is 102.1 km.

How do I travel from Chitose to Kutchan without a car?

The best way to get from Chitose to Kutchan without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥2800 - ¥3800.

How long does it take to get from Chitose to Kutchan?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Chitose to Kutchan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chitose to Kutchan bus from?

Chitose to Kutchan bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from Chitose Eki mae station.

Where do I catch the Chitose to Kutchan train from?

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

Train or bus from Chitose to Kutchan?

The best way to get from Chitose to Kutchan is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥2800 - ¥3800. Alternatively, you can Ski bus via ニセコビュープラザ, which costs ¥5000 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Chitose to Kutchan bus arrive?

Chitose to Kutchan bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at Niseko View Plaza station.

Where does the Chitose to Kutchan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chitose to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Chitose to Kutchan is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Chitose to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 599+ hotels available in Kutchan.

Chitose to Kutchan - 4 ways to travel via train, Ski bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chitose to Kutchan by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chitose to Otarutrain C: Rapid Airport
2. Take the train from Otaru to Kutchantrain H: Hakodate Line Local / ...
3h 41m
¥2,800–3,791
Drive 102.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chitose to Kutchancar 102.1 km
1h 29m
¥1,736–2,507
Ski bus via ニセコビュープラザ
1. Take the bus from Chitose Eki mae to Niseko View Plazabus Niseko Ski Bus
3h 44m
¥5,370–6,100
Ski bus
1. Take the bus from New Chitose Airport Domestic Terminal to Hirafu Welcome Centerbus New Chitose Airport⇔Rusutsu/Niseko / ...
4h 12m
¥5,700–6,940

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chitose to Kutchan.

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Distance: 133.6 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Chitose, Japan and Kutchan, Japan?

You can take a train from Chitose to Kutchan via Otaru in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from Chitose Eki mae to Niseko View Plaza 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥5,000 and the journey takes 2h 26m.

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