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

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

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 北１条西４丁目 and arriving at 住吉神社前. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Sapporo Station 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 Station 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 Station Terminal to Otaru bus from?

Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru bus services, operated by Hokkaido Chuo Bus, depart from 北１条西４丁目 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru?

The best way to get from Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru is to train which takes 51 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥650 - ¥850 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sapporo Station Terminal and Otaru?

Otaru is 1h ahead of Sapporo Station Terminal. It is currently 6:45 AM in Sapporo Station Terminal and 7:45 AM in Otaru.

Where does the Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru?

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

Where can I stay near Otaru?

There are 283+ hotels available in Otaru.

Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sapporo Station 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 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru34 km
30 min
¥580–837
Bus
1. Take the bus from 北１条西４丁目 to 住吉神社前札幌～ニセコ / ...
1h 1m
¥650–850
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru34 km
30 min
¥10,000–13,000
Bus via 札幌駅前
1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前 to 住吉神社前札幌～ニセコ / ...
1h 4m
¥700–900
Bus via Otaru Station
1. Take the bus from Sapporo Ekimae Terminal to Otaru StationExpress Iwanai Gō
1h 8m
¥1,000–1,500

Sapporo Station Terminal to Otaru by foot and bus

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1h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Sapporo Station 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 北１条西４丁目 to 住吉神社前 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥650–850 and the journey takes 51 min.

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