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

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Shiraoi is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Shiraoi is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Shiraoi?

No, there is no direct train from Otaru to Shiraoi. However, there are services departing from Minami-Otaru and arriving at Shiraoi via Sapporo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Otaru to Shiraoi?

The distance between Otaru and Shiraoi is 124 km. The road distance is 120.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Otaru to Shiraoi without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Otaru to Shiraoi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Shiraoi train from?

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

Where does the Otaru to Shiraoi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Shiraoi?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Shiraoi is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Otaru to Shiraoi.

Where can I stay near Shiraoi?

There are 139+ hotels available in Shiraoi.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to Sapporotrain Hakodate Main Line / ...
2. Take the train from Sapporo to Shiraoitrain Hokuto / ...
2h 22m
¥2,965–4,582
Drive 120.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otaru to Shiraoicar 120.9 km
1h 32m
¥1,856–2,680
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Otaru Station to Sapporo Ekimae Terminalbus Express Iwanai Gō
2. Take the train from Sapporo to Shiraoitrain Hokuto / ...
2h 48m
¥3,246–4,818

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Distance: 124.3 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Minami-Otaru to Shiraoi via Sapporo in around 2h 22m.

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