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Access manual from Hakodate city to Hakodate Airport

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: Last updated: September 10, 2018

Table of contents

1. In front of Hakodate Station

2. Bay Area (in front of Meijikan)

3. Yunokawa Hot Spring Town

4. Around Goryokaku

Final thoughts

Hakodate Airport

On February 19, 2017, Vanilla Air, a low-cost carrier, began operating flights between Hakodate Airport and Narita Airport, making Hakodate even more accessible from Tokyo. Hakodate Airport is a must-visit stop for anyone traveling by plane.

Hakodate Airport is located within Hakodate city, but it's a little distance from the tourist attractions that many travelers aim for.

When you arrive in Hakodate, you'll use a shuttle bus or taxi from the airport, so you probably won't have to worry too much about the distance. However, when you return, you'll have to get to the airport on your own, right?

So, this time, we'll introduce how to get to Hakodate Airport, the travel time, and the fares for each destination!

<Table of Contents>
1. In front of Hakodate Station
2. Bay Area (in front of Meijikan)
3. Yunokawa Hot Spring Town
4. Around Goryokaku
Final thoughts

1. In front of Hakodate Station

Hakodate Station Taxi Stand
First, let's talk about the area in front of Hakodate Station. The area around Hakodate Station is close to many tourist attractions and has plenty of accommodations. As such, it has a well-equipped bus terminal and taxi stand. If you're heading to Hakodate Airport by taxi, the taxi stand in front of the station is convenient. If you take a medium-sized taxi from Hakodate Station to Hakodate Airport, the fare will be around 2,820 yen, and the journey will take about 20 minutes.

Hakodate Station Bus Stop
To travel from Hakodate Station to Hakodate Airport by bus, the shuttle bus operated by Hakodate Teisan Bus, which boasts 35 round trips per day, is a convenient option. The bus departs from platform 11 at the terminal, the fare is 410 yen, and the journey takes approximately 20 minutes.

<In front of Hakodate Station>
Address: 12 Wakamatsu-cho, Hakodate City

2. Bay Area (in front of Meijikan)

Bus stop in front of Meijikan
Next, we'll introduce access from the Bay Area, one of Hakodate's popular tourist spots. This area not only has tourist attractions but also accommodations such as "La Vista Hakodate Bay," which is famous for its delicious breakfast.

This area is popular with tourists, so taxis are often waiting for customers. The estimated taxi fare from here to Hakodate Airport is 3,270 yen for a medium-sized car, and the journey takes about 25 minutes.

There is also a shuttle bus stop in front of the Meijikan building, with 20 round trips per day. The bus fare is 460 yen, and the journey takes approximately 33 minutes.

<Bay Area (in front of Meijikan)>
Address: 12-12 Toyokawa-cho, Hakodate City

3. Yunokawa Hot Spring Town

Yunokawa Onsen Town

Yunokawa Onsen is one of Hakodate's leading hot spring resorts. It's a popular place to stay when traveling to Hakodate.

This area is closer to Hakodate Airport than other spots, making it convenient for heading straight to the airport after checking out.

If you take a taxi, the fare for a medium-sized vehicle is approximately 1,200 yen, and the journey takes about 7 minutes.

Yunokawa Onsen town bus stop Self-taken photos
Shuttle buses to Hakodate Airport also depart from the Yunokawa Onsen area, with 35 round trips per day, the same number as from Hakodate Station. The bus fare is 230 yen, and the journey takes about 8 minutes. The bus stop is located on Ikaribi Street, lined with large hot spring hotels, but it can be a little difficult to find, so it's best to check with your hotel beforehand.

<Yunokawa Hot Spring Town>
Address: 1-3-3 Yukawa-cho, Hakodate City

4. Around Goryokaku

Goryokaku Bus Stop

The Goryokaku area, home to Goryokaku Park, one of Hakodate's top tourist attractions, is a bustling commercial district with numerous restaurants and accommodations. Therefore, taxis are frequently seen passing through at all times of the day.

However, if you want to be sure to catch a taxi, it's convenient to use the taxi stands at hotels or Goryokaku Tower. If you take a taxi from the Goryokaku area to the airport, the fare for a medium-sized car is approximately 2,640 yen, and the journey takes about 18 minutes.

Goryokaku boarding area map

There is no shuttle bus stop operated by Hakodate Teisan Bus in the Goryokaku area, but you can take a bus called "Tobikko" operated by Hakodate Bus to the airport. The bus fare is 260 yen and the journey takes approximately 27 minutes.

However, there are many bus stops called "Goryokaku" in this area, so be sure to check the Hakodate Bus website or your hotel to find out which stop to use before you go. Bus timetables are available for free at the bus information center at Hakodate Station. These timetables also include detailed maps of the bus stops, so you can use those as well.

<Bus stop "Goryokaku" (in front of au)>
Address: 25-11 Honcho, Hakodate City

<Hakodate Teisan Bus>
Address: 22-38 Hinode-cho, Hakodate City
TEL：0138-55-1111
Official website:http://www.hakotaxi.co.jp/shuttlebus/

<Hakodate Bus Co., Ltd.>
Address: 10-1 Takamoricho, Hakodate City
TEL: 0138-51-3135 (Hakodate Sales Office)
Opening hours: 9: 00 to 17: 00
Closed: None
Official website:http://www.hakobus.co.jp/

Final thoughts

We've provided information on how to get from major spots in Hakodate city to Hakodate Station, including fares and travel times. Please check the access options to Hakodate Airport according to your travel schedule and accommodation to plan a trip that is both time-efficient and financially comfortable.

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