What is the cheapest way to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru?

The cheapest way to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru is to drive which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru?

The fastest way to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru is to drive which takes 29 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct bus between JR Inn Sapporo and Otaru?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 北大正門前 and arriving at 住吉神社前. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between JR Inn Sapporo and Otaru?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo and arriving at Minami-Otaru. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru?

The distance between JR Inn Sapporo and Otaru is 36 km. The road distance is 33.7 km.

How do I travel from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru without a car?

The best way to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru without a car is to bus via 北大正門前 which takes 51 min and costs ¥830 - ¥890.

How long does it take to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru?

The bus from 北大正門前 to 住吉神社前 takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru bus from?

JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 北大正門前 station.

Where do I catch the JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru train from?

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

Train or bus from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru?

The best way to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru is to bus via 北大正門前 which takes 51 min and costs ¥830 - ¥890. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥700 - ¥1000 and takes 56 min.

Where does the JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru bus arrive?

JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 住吉神社前 station.

Where does the JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru?

Yes, the driving distance between JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru is 34 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru.

Where can I stay near Otaru?

There are 293+ hotels available in Otaru.

JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru by bus, train, 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.

Bus via 北大正門前
best
1. Take the bus from 北大正門前 to 住吉神社前bus 札幌～小樽
51 min
¥830–890
Drive 33.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from JR Inn Sapporo to Otarucar 33.7 km
29 min
¥572–826
Train
1. Take the train from Sapporo to Minami-Otarutrain H: Hakodate Line Local / ...
56 min
¥700–1,000
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from JR Inn Sapporo to Otarutaxi 33.7 km
29 min
¥10,000–13,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 住吉神社前bus 札幌～ニセコ / ...
1h 3m
¥830–890
Bus via Otaru Station
1. Take the bus from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru Stationbus Express Iwanai Gō
1h 18m
¥1,000–1,500

JR Inn Sapporo to Otaru by foot and bus

110Weekly Services

51 minAverage Duration

¥830Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.6 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between JR Inn Sapporo, Japan and Otaru, Japan?

Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 北大正門前 to 住吉神社前 hourly. Tickets cost ¥830–890 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Sapporo to Minami-Otaru every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥700–1,000 and the journey takes 51 min.

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