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

The cheapest way to get from Shakotan to Kutchan is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1600 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shakotan to Kutchan is to drive which takes 56 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct bus between Shakotan and Kutchan?

No, there is no direct bus from Shakotan to Kutchan. However, there are services departing from 美国 and arriving at 倶知安役場前 via 余市駅前十字街. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Shakotan to Kutchan?

The distance between Shakotan and Kutchan is 65 km. The road distance is 65 km.

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

The best way to get from Shakotan to Kutchan without a car is to bus which takes 2h 32m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Shakotan to Kutchan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shakotan to Kutchan bus from?

Shakotan to Kutchan bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 美国 station.

Where does the Shakotan to Kutchan bus arrive?

Shakotan to Kutchan bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 余市駅前十字街 station.

Can I drive from Shakotan to Kutchan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shakotan to Kutchan is 65 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Shakotan to Kutchan.

Where can I stay near Kutchan?

There are 562+ hotels available in Kutchan.

Shakotan to Kutchan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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 美国 to 余市駅前十字街２０積丹線 / ...
2. Take the bus from 余市駅前十字街 to 倶知安役場前小樽線
2h 32m
¥1,623–2,241
Drive 65 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shakotan to Kutchan65 km
56 min
¥1,099–1,588
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 美国 to 余市駅前十字街２０積丹線 / ...
2. Take the train from Yoichi to KutchanH: Hakodate Line Local / ...
2h 43m
¥1,373–1,841
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shakotan to Kutchan65 km
56 min
¥18,000–22,000

Shakotan to Kutchan by bus

28Weekly Buses

2h 32mAverage Duration

¥1,623Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65.2 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a bus from 美国 to 倶知安役場前 via 余市駅前十字街 in around 2h 32m.

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