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

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2300 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and Niseko?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 札幌駅前 and arriving at 本通り. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and Niseko?

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

The distance between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and Niseko is 112 km. The road distance is 90.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko without a car is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2400.

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

The bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通り takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko bus from?

Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 札幌駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko?

The best way to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and Niseko?

Niseko is 1h ahead of Sapporo Ekimae Terminal. It is currently 4:17 AM in Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and 5:17 AM in Niseko.

Where does the Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko.

Where can I stay near Niseko?

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Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通り札幌～ニセコ
2h 59m
¥1,900–2,400
Drive 90.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko90.1 km
1h 27m
¥1,535–2,218
Train
1. Take the train from Sapporo to OtaruH: Hakodate Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Otaru to NisekoH: Hakodate Line Local
3h 31m
¥2,272–3,108
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sapporo to OtaruH: Hakodate Line Local / ...
2. Take the bus from 小樽駅前 to 本通り小樽線
3h 45m
¥2,172–3,208
Bus via Otaru
1. Take the bus from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru StationExpress Iwanai Gō
2. Take the bus from 小樽駅前 to 本通り小樽線
3h 59m
¥2,441–3,611

Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Niseko by foot and bus

26Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

¥1,900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.9 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 札幌駅前 to 本通り 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,900–2,400 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sapporo to Niseko via Otaru in around 3h 31m.

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