What is the cheapest way to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru?

The cheapest way to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru?

The fastest way to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct bus between Hirafu Station and Otaru?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 羊蹄登山口 and arriving at 小樽駅前. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Hirafu Station and Otaru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hirafu and arriving at Minami-Otaru. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Hirafu Station to Otaru?

The distance between Hirafu Station and Otaru is 67 km. The road distance is 67.2 km.

How do I travel from Hirafu Station to Otaru without a car?

The best way to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1400 - ¥1900.

How long does it take to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru?

The train from Hirafu to Minami-Otaru takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hirafu Station to Otaru bus from?

Hirafu Station to Otaru bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 羊蹄登山口 station.

Where do I catch the Hirafu Station to Otaru train from?

Hirafu Station to Otaru train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Hirafu station.

Train or bus from Hirafu Station to Otaru?

The best way to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs ¥1400 - ¥1900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1400 - ¥2000 and takes 2h.

Where does the Hirafu Station to Otaru bus arrive?

Hirafu Station to Otaru bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at 小樽駅前 station.

Where does the Hirafu Station to Otaru train arrive?

Hirafu Station to Otaru train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Minami-Otaru station.

Can I drive from Hirafu Station to Otaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Hirafu Station to Otaru is 67 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Hirafu Station to Otaru.

Where can I stay near Otaru?

There are 360+ hotels available in Otaru.

Hirafu Station to Otaru - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Hirafu Station to Otaru by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hirafu to Minami-Otarutrain Hakodate Main Line Rapid Service Niseko Liner
1h 23m
¥1,400–1,900
Drive 67.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hirafu Station to Otarucar 67.2 km
1h 2m
¥1,167–1,685
Bus
1. Take the bus from 羊蹄登山口 to 小樽駅前bus 小樽線
2h
¥1,400–2,000
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hirafu Station to Otarutaxi 67.2 km
1h 2m
¥18,000–23,000

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Distance: 67.3 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Hirafu Station, Japan and Otaru, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Hirafu to Minami-Otaru once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,400–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, Niseko Bus operates a bus from 羊蹄登山口 to 小樽駅前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,400–2,000 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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