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

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway is to drive which costs ¥700 - ¥1100 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway is to drive which takes 40 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Mount Moiwa Ropeway?

No, there is no direct train from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway. However, there are services departing from Minami-Otaru and arriving at 中央図書館前 via さっぽろ and すすきの. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway?

The distance between Otaru and Mount Moiwa Ropeway is 39 km. The road distance is 43 km.

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

The best way to get from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway without a car is to bus and tram which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥900 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway train from?

Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Minami-Otaru station.

Where does the Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway is 43 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway.

Where can I stay near Mount Moiwa Ropeway?

There are 1637+ hotels available in Mount Moiwa Ropeway.

Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, tram, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway by bus, tram, 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, tram
best
1. Take the bus from 花園公園通 to 北１条西７丁目札幌～ニセコ / ...
2. Take the tram from 西８丁目 to 電車事業所前札幌市電［内回り］ / ...
1h 33m
¥902–1,053
Drive 43 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway43 km
40 min
¥731–1,056
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Minami-Otaru to SapporoH: Hakodate Line Local / ...
2. Take the tram from すすきの to 中央図書館前札幌市電［外回り］
1h 35m
¥1,147–1,393
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway43 km
40 min
¥13,000–16,000

Questions & Answers

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

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Distance: 39.2 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

There is no direct connection from Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway. However, you can take the bus to 北１条西７丁目, walk to 西８丁目, take the vehicle to 電車事業所前, then walk to Mount Moiwa Ropeway. Alternatively, you can take a train from Minami-Otaru to Mount Moiwa Ropeway via Sapporo, さっぽろ, すすきの, すすきの, and 中央図書館前 in around 1h 35m.

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