Arrival
Getting to Hokkaido
By Air
The closest major airport to Niseko is New Chitose Airport. Flights run daily from almost every major airport in Japan. New Chitose Airport also has an international terminal, so visitors can fly directly making international travel easy.
Getting to Niseko
By Train
The closest major airport to Niseko is New Chitose Airport. Flights run daily from almost every major airport in Japan. New Chitose Airport also has an international terminal, so visitors can fly directly making international travel easy.
By Car
Driving to Niseko is quick and convenient – especially since getting around Niseko is made much easier with your own car. There are two routes from Sapporo to Niseko – going by highway or using the Nakayamatoge route through the mountains.
By Bus
The most popular way to get to Niseko is to fly to New Chitose Airport and then get a bus/coach to Niseko. Buses run regularly throughout winter, as well as fairly frequently during summer. In winter it is recommended to book bus transport in advance.
Road
White Liner Ski Bus – Contact: +81 11 624 8822
Opening Hours : 10:00-16:00 (JST) Year round
Hokkaido Resort Liner – Contact: +81 11 200 0506
Opening Hours：9:00-18:00 (JST)
Private Transport
Using a pre-booked taxi service to get from New Chitose Airport to Niseko is a great way to have full flexibility over your transport arrangements. These services can be arranged with many Niseko based tour operators. Private airport transfers can also be booked with Explore Niseko.
Car Rental
There are a number of car rental services located at New Chitose Airport: HIPS Rent-a-Car, Toyota Rent-A-Car, PEAK Niseko car rental, Time Car Rental, National Car Rental, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Nissan Rent-A-Car, Budget Rent a Car.
Car rental services in the Niseko area: PEAK Niseko car rental, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Toyota Rent-A-Car, Niseko Auto, HIPS Rent-a-Car and Ezo Rent A Car Niseko.
Getting around Niseko
Once you’ve arrived in Niseko, you may need local transport. If you take a bus, you will likely arrive at the Hirafu welcome center. Most accommodation providers can pick you up, so make sure to check with your provider.
There are many local transport services which can help you to get around Niseko, so you can explore everything there is on offer.
Local Buses
Public buses operate throughout the Niseko area connecting Kutchan Town, Hirafu, Niseko Town, and beyond. The two main public bus companies are Niseko Bus and Donan Bus. Check their websites for full timetables and bus schedules. During winter there is also a Night Go Bus that runs regularly during the evenings.
Niseko United Shuttle
The Niseko United Shuttle connects all four resorts and runs throughout winter. The shuttle is free for “All Mountain Pass” holders, and there is a fee for non-pass holders. Points pass holders can use points from their pass to settle the fare. Check out the official Niseko United Shuttle page for more information.
Hanazono Shuttle
The Hanazono shuttle bus connects Hanazono and Hirafu and runs all winter. The shuttle runs from 8:00 am till the evening and goes through the upper and lower parts of Hirafu Village. Check the official Hanazono Shuttle page for more information.
Hirafu Village Shuttle Bus
A free shuttle will be running through the Hirafu Village taking transporting guests around the village and up to the Hirafu ski area. There will be three shuttle routes that will make continuous loops, with each loop taking approximately 20 and 30 minutes.
Taxi - GO App
GO – Convenient Taxi Dispatch Service
Launched last season in the Niseko area, “GO (Niseko Model)” offers a convenient way to call a taxi using a smartphone app. It ensures smooth transportation from ski resorts, accommodations, and restaurants.
The service provides real-time tracking and fare estimates for a transparent and comfortable taxi experience. It is also reliable during snowy conditions and busy periods.
Period: December 16, 2024 - March 15, 2025 https://go.goinc.jp/en/niseko/
Taxis
Ivy Eslimousine Niseko Sales Office 0136-55-8602
HTM Sprint Taxi Co., Ltd. 0136-55-5601
Niseko International Transportation Co., Ltd. Kutchan Sales Office 0136-22-1171
Hachiriki Taxi Co., Ltd. (Niseko Town) 0136-44-2800
Furenai Kotsu Niseko Sales Office 050-8885-