What is the cheapest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal is to drive which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal is to drive which takes 30 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

Is there a direct bus between Otaru and Sapporo Station Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 住吉神社前 and arriving at 時計台前. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Otaru and Sapporo Station Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Minami-Otaru and arriving at Sapporo. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal?

The distance between Otaru and Sapporo Station Terminal is 32 km. The road distance is 34 km.

How do I travel from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1000.

How long does it take to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal?

The train from Minami-Otaru to Sapporo takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal bus from?

Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 住吉神社前 station.

Where do I catch the Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal train from?

Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Minami-Otaru station.

Train or bus from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal?

The best way to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal is to train which takes 42 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥700 - ¥850 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal bus arrive?

Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, arrive at 時計台前 station.

Where does the Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal is 34 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal.

Where can I stay near Sapporo Station Terminal?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Sapporo Station Terminal.

Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal 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 Minami-Otaru to SapporoH: Hakodate Line Local / ...
42 min
¥700–1,000
Drive 34 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal34 km
30 min
¥576–831
Bus
1. Take the bus from 住吉神社前 to 時計台前札幌～ニセコ / ...
1h 1m
¥700–850
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal34 km
30 min
¥10,000–13,000

Otaru to Sapporo Station Terminal by bus and foot

521Weekly Services

1h 1mAverage Duration

¥700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Otaru, Japan and Sapporo Station Terminal, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Minami-Otaru to Sapporo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥700–1,000 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 住吉神社前 to 時計台前 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥700–850 and the journey takes 54 min.

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