What is the cheapest way to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose?

The cheapest way to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose is to drive which costs ¥1700 - ¥2600 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose?

The fastest way to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct bus between Kutchan (Station) and Chitose?

No, there is no direct bus from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose. However, there are services departing from 倶知安駅前 and arriving at Chitose Eki mae via Niseko View Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kutchan (Station) and Chitose?

No, there is no direct train from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose. However, there are services departing from Kutchan and arriving at Chitose via Sapporo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose?

The distance between Kutchan (Station) and Chitose is 134 km. The road distance is 103.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥2800 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kutchan (Station) to Chitose bus from?

Kutchan (Station) to Chitose bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from Niseko View Plaza station.

Where do I catch the Kutchan (Station) to Chitose train from?

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

Train or bus from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose?

The best way to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥2800 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can Ski bus via Niseko View Plaza, which costs ¥2200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Kutchan (Station) to Chitose bus arrive?

Kutchan (Station) to Chitose bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at Chitose Eki mae station.

What is the time difference between Kutchan (Station) and Chitose?

Chitose is 3h 30m ahead of Kutchan (Station). It is currently 12:52 PM in Kutchan (Station) and 4:22 PM in Chitose.

Where does the Kutchan (Station) to Chitose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose?

Yes, the driving distance between Kutchan (Station) to Chitose is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose.

Where can I stay near Chitose?

There are 136+ hotels available in Chitose.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose 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 Kutchan to SapporoD: Niseko Liner
2. Take the train from Sapporo to ChitoseC: Rapid Airport / ...
2h 37m
¥2,865–5,467
Drive 103.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose103.3 km
1h 30m
¥1,767–2,552
Ski bus via Niseko View Plaza
1. Take the bus from Niseko View Plaza to Chitose Eki maeNiseko Ski Bus
3h 47m
¥2,197–6,072
Ski bus
1. Take the bus from Hirafu Welcome Center to New Chitose Airport Domestic TerminalNew Chitose Airport⇔Rusutsu/Niseko / ...
3h 57m
¥5,702–6,951

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kutchan (Station) to Chitose.

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Distance: 133.6 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Kutchan (Station), Japan and Chitose, Japan?

You can take a train from Kutchan to Chitose via Sapporo in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from Niseko View Plaza to Chitose Eki mae 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,800–5,000 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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