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

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

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 札幌駅前 and arriving at 住吉神社前. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal 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 Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru?

The distance between Sapporo Ekimae Terminal and Otaru is 32 km. The road distance is 34.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1000.

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

The train from Sapporo to Minami-Otaru takes 51 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 札幌駅前 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru?

The best way to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru?

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

Where can I stay near Otaru?

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Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru 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 Sapporo to Minami-OtaruH: Hakodate Line Local / ...
51 min
¥700–1,000
Drive 34.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru34.2 km
30 min
¥575–830
Bus
1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 住吉神社前札幌～ニセコ / ...
1h 6m
¥700–900
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru34.2 km
30 min
¥10,000–13,000
Bus via Otaru Station
1. Take the bus from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru StationExpress Iwanai Gō
1h 8m
¥1,000–1,500

Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru by foot and bus

647Weekly Services

1h 6mAverage Duration

¥700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32 km
Duration: 51 min

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

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. Alternatively, Hokkaido Chuo Bus operates a bus from 札幌駅前 to 住吉神社前 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥700–900 and the journey takes 57 min.

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