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

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Rankoshi is to drive which costs ¥1400 - ¥2200 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Rankoshi is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2200.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Rankoshi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otaru and arriving at Rankoshi. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Otaru to Rankoshi?

The distance between Otaru and Rankoshi is 88 km. The road distance is 86.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Otaru to Rankoshi without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2500.

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

The train from Otaru to Rankoshi takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Rankoshi train from?

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

Train or bus from Otaru to Rankoshi?

The best way to get from Otaru to Rankoshi is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥500 - ¥2400 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Otaru to Rankoshi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Rankoshi?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Rankoshi is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Otaru to Rankoshi.

Where can I stay near Rankoshi?

There are 442+ hotels available in Rankoshi.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Otaru to Rankoshi 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 Otaru to Rankoshitrain H: Hakodate Line Local
1h 57m
¥1,800–2,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 小樽駅前 to ニセコ駅前bus 小樽線
3h 5m
¥515–2,390
Drive 86.2 km
1. Drive from Otaru to Rankoshicar 86.2 km
1h 17m
¥1,492–2,155
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru to Rankoshitaxi 86.2 km
1h 17m
¥23,000–29,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Otaru to Rankoshi.

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Distance: 88.4 km
Duration: 1h 57m

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Otaru to Rankoshi once daily. Tickets cost ¥1,800–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, ニセコバス operates a bus from 小樽駅前 to ニセコ駅前 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥100–1,900 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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