Access

Niseko is located in Hokkaido, the north island of Japan. The first step of your journey is booking a flight to New Chitose Airport, which is well-served by various carriers and offers daily flights from cities across East and South-East Asia. Situated approximately 100 km southwest of Sapporo and New Chitose Airport, Niseko is a two-hour drive away. While trains and buses are convenient options for reaching the area, renting a car is the most recommended way to travel.

Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu
9-1, 2-chome, 1-jo, Niseko Hirafu,
Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido 044-0080, Japan

The train ride to Niseko is very scenic. Passing by the ocean and through the countryside. It does take a bit of time, and you’ll need to change trains a couple of times to get here. But for those who don’t mind taking a bit more time, the train may add to your Niseko experience.

There is no direct train from the airport to Kutchan (the closest major station to Niseko) so you need to change at Otaru. Once you get to Kutchan Station you will still need to make the last leg to Niseko: a 10 minute taxi ride or bus. The whole trip from the airport to Niseko should take 3-4 hours.

For more information and the latest timetables and fares, please visit the JR Hokkaido Railway website.

A combination of train and bus travel is also recommended, as this can often reduce waiting times between connections. For example, you can take the JR train from New Chitose Airport to Otaru Station, then transfer to a bus bound for Kutchan. Upon arrival at Kutchan Station, the Championship venue in the Hirafu area can be reached via a local bus or taxi.

'SkyExpress' provides door-to-door private transfers from New Chitose Airport to your accommodation in Niseko and return. We recommend the private transfer for the group and family trip!

Various rental car companies have outlets in New Chitose Airport. Driving in Hokkaido is … very little traffic signals, scenic views, zero traffic jam. Make sure you carry a valid international drivers license.