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

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Takikawa is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Takikawa is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Takikawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Minami-Otaru and arriving at Takikawa. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Otaru to Takikawa?

The distance between Otaru and Takikawa is 116 km. The road distance is 105.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Otaru to Takikawa without a car is to train via Sapporo which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Otaru to Takikawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Takikawa train from?

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

Where does the Otaru to Takikawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Takikawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Takikawa is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Otaru to Takikawa.

Where can I stay near Takikawa?

There are 27+ hotels available in Takikawa.

Otaru to Takikawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Otaru to Takikawa by train, bus, or car

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Train via Sapporo
best
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to Sapporotrain H: Hakodate Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Sapporo(Jr) to Takikawatrain [186395] Ltd. Exp Lilac 1 / ...
1h 59m
¥2,437–3,363
Drive 105.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otaru to Takikawacar 105.9 km
1h 31m
¥1,838–2,655
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Otaru Station to Sapporo Ekimae Terminalbus Express Iwanai Gō
2. Take the train from Sapporo(Jr) to Takikawatrain [186395] Ltd. Exp Lilac 1 / ...
2h 25m
¥2,746–3,818
Train
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to Takikawatrain H: Hakodate Line Local
2h 33m
¥2,400–3,200

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Distance: 115.7 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a train from Minami-Otaru to Takikawa via Sapporo(Jr) in around 1h 59m.

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