How to travel from Kōchi to Niseko, Japan
The distance between Kōchi and Niseko is around 1,380km (857 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5h 40m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Kōchi to Niseko by plane, bus, train, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Niseko → Kōchi if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from Kochi (KCZ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri.
- Duration5h 40m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost¥46,000($335)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Okayama, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Oshamambe and then to Niseko.
- Duration12hrs
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥52,705($385)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Sannomiya BT and then to Maizuru Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Otaru then take the bus to 本通り.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥32,445($235)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Niseko.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥25,735($190)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kōchi and Niseko
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kōchi to Niseko by plane, bus, train, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥25,735 ($190) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥46,000 ($335).
The distance between Kōchi and Niseko is around 1,380km (857 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,201km (746 miles)
It takes around 5h 40m to get from Kōchi and Niseko by plane and bus.
The quickest way to get from Kōchi to Niseko is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5h 40m and will set you back approx ¥46,000 ($335).
The cheapest way to travel between Kōchi and Niseko is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥25,735 ($190) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kōchi and Niseko. It typically takes around 12hrs and departs 4 times a day.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kōchi to Niseko. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Okayama, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Oshamambe. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 12hrs.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways (JR) run train services between Kōchi and Niseko. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 12hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kōchi and Niseko. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 5h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kōchi to Niseko. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 5h 40m.
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 Kōchi to Niseko. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the bus to Hondōri. instead which will take 5h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kōchi to Niseko is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around ¥46,000 ($335).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kōchi and Niseko
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 3 similar | 5h 40m | ¥46,000($335) | every 20 mins | 1,380km (857 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 6hrs | ¥55,855($410) | 4 times a day | 1,503km (934 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Bus | 8h 10m | ¥48,190($350) | every 20 mins | 1,450km (901 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, plane and bus | 8h 10m | ¥34,910($255) | every 20 mins | 1,492km (927 miles) |
Train | 12hrs | ¥52,705($385) | 4 times a day | 1,834km (1,139 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 5h | ¥32,445($235) | once daily | 1,530km (951 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 2h | ¥25,735($190) | once daily | 1,500km (932 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kōchi and Niseko
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Skymark Airlines
Bus companies
Hokkaido Chuo Bus
Niseko Bus
JR Shikoku Bus
Nihon Kotsu
Train operators
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
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