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

The cheapest way to get from Chitose to Otaru is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chitose to Otaru is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct bus between Chitose and Otaru?

No, there is no direct bus from Chitose to Otaru. However, there are services departing from Minami Chitose Sta. and arriving at 住吉神社前 via 北２４条西５丁目. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Chitose and Otaru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chitose and arriving at Minami-Otaru. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Chitose to Otaru?

The distance between Chitose and Otaru is 73 km. The road distance is 72.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chitose to Otaru without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100.

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

The train from Chitose to Minami-Otaru takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chitose to Otaru bus from?

Chitose to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from Minami Chitose Sta. station.

Where do I catch the Chitose to Otaru train from?

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

Train or bus from Chitose to Otaru?

The best way to get from Chitose to Otaru is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2100 - ¥2200 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Chitose to Otaru bus arrive?

Chitose to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at Kita 24 Ekimae station.

Where does the Chitose to Otaru train arrive?

Chitose to Otaru train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Minami-Otaru station.

Can I drive from Chitose to Otaru?

Yes, the driving distance between Chitose to Otaru is 73 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Chitose to Otaru.

Where can I stay near Otaru?

There are 301+ hotels available in Otaru.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chitose to Minami-Otarutrain C: Rapid Airport
1h 8m
¥1,500–2,100
Drive 72.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chitose to Otarucar 72.5 km
1h 3m
¥1,210–1,748
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minami Chitose Sta. to Kita 24 Ekimaebus Airport Liner Bus
2. Take the bus from 北２４条西５丁目 to 住吉神社前bus 札幌～小樽
2h 15m
¥2,120–2,180
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chitose to Otarutaxi 72.5 km
1h 3m
¥20,000–24,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 73 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Chitose to Minami-Otaru hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,100 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Minami Chitose Sta. to 住吉神社前 via Kita 24 Ekimae and 北２４条西５丁目 in around 2h 15m.

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