Day trip from Otaru to Tomakomai
Tomakomai lies 79 km (49 mi) south-east of Otaru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 79 km (49 mi) apart, Tomakomai is a realistic day trip from Otaru: about 1 h 17 min each way by road.
| Otaru | Tomakomai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 115,333 | 174,806 |
| Elevation | 30 m (98 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
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Common questions
How far is Tomakomai from Otaru?
79 km (49 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Otaru; by road roughly 96 km (60 mi).
How long does it take to get from Otaru to Tomakomai by road?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Otaru and Tomakomai?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.