What is the cheapest way to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai?

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai?

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Kuromatsunai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otaru and arriving at Kuromatsunai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Otaru to Kuromatsunai?

The distance between Otaru and Kuromatsunai is 119 km. The road distance is 104.4 km.

How do I travel from Otaru to Kuromatsunai without a car?

The best way to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3300.

How long does it take to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai?

The train from Otaru to Kuromatsunai takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Kuromatsunai train from?

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

Where does the Otaru to Kuromatsunai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Kuromatsunai?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Kuromatsunai is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Otaru to Kuromatsunai.

Where can I stay near Kuromatsunai?

There are four+ hotels available in Kuromatsunai.

Otaru to Kuromatsunai - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Otaru to Kuromatsunai by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Otaru to Kuromatsunaitrain Hakodate Main Line
2h 40m
¥2,500–3,300
Drive 104.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otaru to Kuromatsunaicar 104.4 km
1h 30m
¥1,813–2,619
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 小樽駅前 to ニセコ駅前bus 小樽線
2. Take the train from Niseko to Kuromatsunaitrain Hakodate Main Line
3h 50m
¥2,583–3,546

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Distance: 119.5 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Otaru, Japan and Kuromatsunai, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Otaru to Kuromatsunai twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,300 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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