What is the cheapest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido?

The cheapest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido?

The fastest way to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido is to drive which takes 30 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct bus between Otaru (Station) and Hokkaido?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 小樽駅前ｂｔ and arriving at 時計台前. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Otaru (Station) and Hokkaido?

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 (Station) to Hokkaido?

The distance between Otaru (Station) and Hokkaido is 34 km. The road distance is 35.1 km.

How do I travel from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido without a car?

The best way to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

How long does it take to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido?

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

Where do I catch the Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido bus from?

Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 小樽駅前ｂｔ station.

Where do I catch the Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido train from?

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

Train or bus from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido?

The best way to get from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido is to train which takes 45 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido bus arrive?

Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 時計台前 station.

Where does the Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido is 35 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido.

How do I get a train ticket from Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido?

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Where can I stay near Hokkaido?

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Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Otaru to Sapporotrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
45 min
¥750–1,100
Drive 35.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otaru (Station) to Sapporocar 35.1 km
30 min
¥609–879
Bus
1. Take the bus from 小樽駅前ｂｔ to 時計台前bus 札幌～ニセコ / ...
59 min
¥1,000–1,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru (Station) to Sapporotaxi 35.1 km
30 min
¥11,000–15,000

Otaru (Station) to Hokkaido by bus

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Distance: 33.8 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Otaru (Station), Japan and Hokkaido, 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, Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 小樽駅前ｂｔ to 時計台前 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥240–750 and the journey takes 59 min. Niseko Bus also services this route hourly.

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