How to travel from Gotō Islands to Niseko, Japan
The distance between Gotō Islands and Niseko is around 1,732km (1,076 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 6h 25m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Gotō Islands to Niseko by ferry, plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Niseko → Gotō Islands if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from Fukue (FUJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri.
- Duration6h 25m
- Flight time3hrs
- Typical cost¥38,060($280)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the train to Hakata, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Oshamambe and then to Niseko.
- Duration15h 20m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥63,110($460)
Multiple operators
Ferry, Bus, Train and Car
Take a ferry to Nagasaki then take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then take the train to Tokyo and then to Kikonai then drive to Niseko.
- Duration17hrs
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥64,615($470)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Gotō Islands and Niseko
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Gotō Islands to Niseko by ferry, plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around ¥38,060 ($280) and will take around 6h 25m.
The distance between Gotō Islands and Niseko is around 1,732km (1,076 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,529km (950 miles)
It takes around 8h 25m to get from Gotō Islands and Niseko by ferry, plane and bus.
The quickest way to get from Gotō Islands to Niseko is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx ¥38,060 ($280).
The cheapest way to travel between Gotō Islands and Niseko is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥38,060 ($280) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Gotō Islands and Niseko. We recommend that you fly from Fukue (FUJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Gotō Islands and Niseko. We recommend that you fly from Fukue (FUJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Gotō Islands to Niseko. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nagasaki then fly from Nagasaki (NGS) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 8h 25m.
The closest major airport to Niseko is Okadama Airport (OKD) (OKD) which is approximately 66km (41 miles) from Niseko. New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) and Hakodate Airport (HKD) (HKD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Gotō Islands to Niseko. We recommend that you take a ferry to Nagasaki then fly from Nagasaki (NGS) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 8h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Gotō Islands to Niseko is to take a ferry, then fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 8h 25m and will usually cost around ¥62,975 ($460).
Compare travel optionsbetween Gotō Islands and Niseko
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 3 similar | 6h 25m | ¥38,060($280) | every 20 mins | 1,732km (1,076 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Bus | 8h 25m | ¥62,975($460) | every 20 mins | 1,858km (1,154 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Train | 8h 25m | ¥72,555($530) | 4 times a day | 1,801km (1,119 miles) |
| Ferry, Train, Plane and Bus | 9h 25m | ¥38,330($280) | every 20 mins | 1,803km (1,120 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 15h 20m | ¥63,110($460) | 4 times a day | 2,320km (1,441 miles) |
Ferry, Bus, Train and Car | 17hrs | ¥64,615($470) | 4 times a day | 2,328km (1,446 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Gotō Islands and Niseko
Airlines
Solaseed Air
Peach Aviation Limited
Skymark Airlines
Bus companies
Hokkaido Chuo Bus
Niseko Bus
Nishitetsu
Ferry operators
Kyuushuu Shosen
Train operators
Airports near Niseko
The following major airports near Niseko offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Niseko
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Niseko
Hakodate Airport (HKD)
- Distance
- 115km (71 miles) from Niseko