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Two ways to Travel from Hakodate to Otaru

Composite routes from Hakodate to Otaru

Cheapest
3 h 18 min
Car
229 km.
from $12
Other
3 h 18 min
Rideshare
229 km.
from $8.71

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Hakodate Airport to Okadama
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$152.44

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Hakodate Airport to New
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.57–$203.26

Train operators

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Hakodate to Sapporo
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$62.25–$88.93

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company)

Phone:
011-222-7111
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/
Train from New Chitose Airport to Minami-Otaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Sapporo to Minami-Otaru
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Train from New Chitose Airport to Otaru
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Train from Sapporo to Otaru
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes

Bus operators

Hokkaido Chuo Bus

Phone:
011-231-0500
Website:
chuo-bus.co.jp/language/en.html
Bus from Hakodate Ekimae to Kita
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$26.68–$69.87

北海道バス

Website:
hokkaidoubus-newstar.jp
Bus from 函館駅前 to 大通ｂｃ
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$37.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Hakodate to Otaru is to drive which costs $23.91 - $35.87 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hakodate to Otaru is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $23.91 - $35.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Hakodate and Otaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Hakodate to Otaru. However, there are services departing from Hakodate Ekimae and arriving at 住吉神社前 via 北１条西４丁目. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Hakodate and Otaru?

No, there is no direct train from Hakodate to Otaru. However, there are services departing from Hakodate and arriving at Minami-Otaru via Sapporo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Hakodate to Otaru?

The distance between Hakodate and Otaru is 346 km. The road distance is 229.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hakodate to Otaru without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $53.26 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Hakodate to Otaru, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakodate to Otaru bus from?

Hakodate to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from Hakodate Ekimae station.

Where do I catch the Hakodate to Otaru train from?

Hakodate to Otaru train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Hakodate station.

Train or bus from Hakodate to Otaru?

The best way to get from Hakodate to Otaru is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $53.26 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $65.22 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Hakodate to Otaru bus arrive?

Hakodate to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at Kita 2 Jo Nishi 3 Chome station.

Where does the Hakodate to Otaru train arrive?

Hakodate to Otaru train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Sapporo station.

Can I drive from Hakodate to Otaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakodate to Otaru is 230 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Hakodate to Otaru.

Where can I stay near Otaru?

There are 234+ hotels available in Otaru. Prices start at $36.96 per night.
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