What is the cheapest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo is to drive which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo is to drive which takes 28 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct bus between Otaru and Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 住吉神社前 and arriving at 円山第一鳥居. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

The distance between Otaru and Sapporo Maruyama Zoo is 34 km. The road distance is 32.7 km.

How do I travel from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥230 - ¥700.

How long does it take to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

The bus from 住吉神社前 to 円山第一鳥居 takes 43 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo bus from?

Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 住吉神社前 station.

Where does the Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo bus arrive?

Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 円山第一鳥居 station.

Can I drive from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo is 33 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo Maruyama Zoo?

There are 1970+ hotels available in Sapporo Maruyama Zoo.

Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from 住吉神社前 to 円山第一鳥居bus 札幌～ニセコ / ...
1h 13m
¥230–700
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to Kotonitrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
2. Take the bus from 琴似 to 円山公園bus 東西線（新さっぽろ方面）
1h 20m
¥886–1,117
Drive 32.7 km
1. Drive from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zoocar 32.7 km
28 min
¥567–819
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru to Sapporo Maruyama Zootaxi 32.7 km
28 min
¥11,000–14,000

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Distance: 33.7 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Otaru, Japan and Sapporo Maruyama Zoo, Japan?

Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 住吉神社前 to 円山第一鳥居 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–700 and the journey takes 43 min.

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