Kyoto to Otaru by bus
Otaru lies 1,014 km (630 mi) north-east of Kyoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 27 min including stops, over roughly 1,238 km (769 mi) of road.
| Kyoto | Otaru | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 115,333 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 30 m (98 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book buses from Kyoto to Otaru
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Staying in Otaru
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Common questions
How far is Otaru from Kyoto?
1,014 km (630 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kyoto; by road roughly 1,238 km (769 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Otaru by bus?
About 18 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kyoto and Otaru?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.