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Getting to Tomten Lodge Hirafu via
scheduled bus transfers:
Bus transfers take approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. Guests should be aware that if choosing a scheduled bus transfer, after exiting the bus, guests will still need to get from the bus stop to the lodge. Guests should exit the bus at Hirafu Welcome Centre, from there it is 2.2 kms to Tomten Lodge Hirafu.
Getting to Tomten Lodge Annupuri via
scheduled bus transfers
Bus transfers take approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. Guests should be aware that if choosing a scheduled bus transfer, after exiting the bus, guests will still need to get from the bus stop to the lodge. Guests should exit the bus at Niseko Northern Resort Annupuri, from there it is a short walk (approximately 8 – 10 minutes) to Tomten Lodge Annupuri.
For late arrivals, private transfers are recommended due to (limited) availability of taxis
Scheduled Transfer Niseko Big Runs Bus
Travel time: 2-3hrs
Notes: Includes rest stop and stop at Rusutsu Resort.
Train
The New Chitose International Airport train station is located on the ground floor of New Chitose International Airport.
Guests should take the train as far as KUTCHAN station, guests should NOT exit at the HIRAFU or NISEKO stations.
Guests will transfer at Otaru station in order to board the final leg of their journey to Kutchan station. On arrival at Kutchan station, taxis are usually available near the front exit.
Travel time from New Chitose International Airport to Kutchan Station: 3hrs
Approximate taxi cost from Kutchan Station to Hirafu: ¥3,500: to Annupuri: ¥5,000
Train ticket price from New Chitose International Airport to Kutchan Station: ¥2,630
Notes: Guests must change at Otaru for trains bound for Kutchan
Private Transfer (strongly recommended)
By far the most comfortable and relaxing way to start and end your holiday.
A range of providers are available to suit your needs;
Sky Express
Travel Time: 2-3hrs Door to Door
Notes: Includes English speaking Meet & Greet Service at airport arrivals.
Yohtei Taxi Private
Travel Time: 2-3hrs Door to Door
Notes: Japanese driver will greet you with a name card at airport arrivals.
Getting around Niseko
Several taxi companies operate within the resort area, however, demand is high in the peak periods and it is often difficult to book a taxi.
Hachiriki Taxi: +81 (0) 136-21-2508
Sprint Taxi: +81 (0) 136-555-400
Misora Hire: +81 (0) 136-221-171
Kutchan Hire: +81 (0) 136-221-212
Niseko Hire: +81 (0) 136-442-635
NGS Taxi: +81 (0) 136-55-7007
Niseko United Shuttle
This service connects the four neighbouring ski resorts, the Niseko United Shuttle is free for anyone in possession of an All Mountain Lift Ticket.
Hanazono Shuttle Bus
Departing approximately every 30 minutes, this service carries passengers between Hirafu and Hanazono ski resorts.
Kutchan Night Go Bus
The service departs regularly from the Hirafu Welcome Centre, the Hirafu Intersection and the Hirafu Gondola.