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

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Otaru and Mount Hakodate Ropeway?

No, there is no direct bus from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway. However, there are services departing from 花園公園通 and arriving at Ropeway-Mae via 札幌駅前 and Hakodate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway?

The distance between Otaru and Mount Hakodate Ropeway is 351 km. The road distance is 231.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs ¥8500 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway bus from?

Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway bus services, operated by 北海道バス, depart from 札幌駅前 station.

Train or bus from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway?

The best way to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs ¥8500 - ¥14000. Alternatively, you can bus via Sapporo, which costs ¥5000 - ¥6500 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway bus arrive?

Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway bus services, operated by 北海道バス, arrive at 函館駅前 station.

Can I drive from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway.

Where can I stay near Mount Hakodate Ropeway?

There are 341+ hotels available in Mount Hakodate Ropeway.

Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Sapporo to Hakodatetrain Hokuto
6h 5m
¥8,947–13,363
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sapporo Eki Mae to Hakodate Ekimaebus Kosoku Hakodate
8h 3m
¥3,950–6,630
Bus via Sapporo
1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 函館駅前bus 札幌～函館ニュースター
7h 43m
¥5,450–6,130
Drive 231.9 km
1. Drive from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropewaycar 231.9 km
3h 22m
¥4,023–5,811
Train to New Chitose Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to New Chitose Airporttrain
2. Fly from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Hakodate Airport (HKD)plane CTS - HKD
4h 1m
¥18,136–49,650
Train, bus to Okadama Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to Sapporotrain
2. Take the bus from さっぽろ to 栄町bus
3. Fly from Okadama Airport (OKD) to Hakodate Airport (HKD)plane OKD - HKD
4h 47m
¥10,457–51,713

New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Hakodate Airport (HKD) flights

14Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

¥14,533Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Otaru to Mount Hakodate Ropeway.

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Distance: 350.6 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Otaru, Japan and Mount Hakodate Ropeway, Japan?

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Sapporo to Hakodate every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥8,000–12,000 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, 北海道バス operates a bus from 札幌駅前 to 函館駅前 every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,000 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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