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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sapporo to Otaru

Composite routes from Sapporo to Otaru

Cheapest
30 min
Car
35 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company)
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JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company)
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54 min
Every 5 minutes
011-222-7111
011-222-7111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Hokkaido Chuo Bus
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Niseko Bus
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Hokkaido Chuo Bus
Website
1h 4m
Every 20 minutes
$6.10–$7.62
011-231-0500
011-231-0500
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Niseko Bus
Website
1h 8m
Hourly
$7.62–$11.43
011-231-0500
011-231-0500
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) is to drive which costs $3.70 - $5.98 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $3.70 - $5.98 .

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo (Station) and Otaru (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and arriving at Otaru Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo (Station) and Otaru (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo and arriving at Otaru. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station)?

The distance between Sapporo (Station) and Otaru (Station) is 34 km. The road distance is 35.4 km.

How do I travel from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station)?

The train from Sapporo to Otaru takes 54 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) bus from?

Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station)?

The best way to get from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) is to train which takes 54 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6.52 - $9.78 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) bus arrive?

Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at Otaru Station.

Where does the Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station) is 35 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Sapporo (Station) to Otaru (Station).

Where can I stay near Otaru (Station)?

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