What is the cheapest way to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

The cheapest way to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) is to bus via 札幌駅前 which costs ¥240 - ¥750 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

The fastest way to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) is to drive which takes 31 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct bus between Otaru Canal Cruise and Sapporo(Jr)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Otaru Station station and arriving at Sapporo Ekimae Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Otaru Canal Cruise and Sapporo(Jr)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otaru and arriving at Sapporo. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

The distance between Otaru Canal Cruise and Sapporo(Jr) is 35 km. The road distance is 34.8 km.

How do I travel from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) without a car?

The best way to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

The train from Otaru to Sapporo takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) bus from?

Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from Otaru Station.

Where do I catch the Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) train from?

Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Otaru station.

Train or bus from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

The best way to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) is to train which takes 54 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) bus arrive?

Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at Sapporo Ekimae Terminal station.

Where does the Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) train arrive?

Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Sapporo station.

Can I drive from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) is 35 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr).

How do I get a train ticket from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)?

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Where can I stay near Sapporo(Jr)?

There are 1972+ hotels available in Sapporo(Jr).

Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Otaru to Sapporotrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
54 min
¥750–1,100
Bus via 札幌駅前
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 小樽駅前ｂｔ to 札幌駅前bus 札幌～小樽 / ...
1h 22m
¥240–750
Bus
1. Take the bus from Otaru Station to Sapporo Ekimae Terminalbus Express Iwanai Gō
1h 17m
¥1,000–1,500
Drive 34.8 km
1. Drive from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)car 34.8 km
31 min
¥603–870
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr)taxi 34.8 km
31 min
¥11,000–14,000

Otaru Canal Cruise to Sapporo(Jr) by foot and bus

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.5 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Otaru Canal Cruise, Japan and Sapporo(Jr), Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Otaru to Sapporo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Niseko Bus operates a bus from Otaru Station to Sapporo Ekimae Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,000–1,500 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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