Hakodate: Getting there and around

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JAL, ANA and Air Do operate multiple flights between Tokyo's Haneda Airport and Hakodate. The flight duration is about 80 minutes. The regular one way fare by JAL and ANA is about 43,000 yen, with discount tickets usually available from 14,000 to 25,000 yen. The fares by Air Do are typically 5-20 percent lower.

Hakodate Airport is a 20 minute bus ride (500 yen) outside of central Hakodate.

Airfares from Tokyo to Hakodate over the next 30 days December 22, 2024 - January 20, 2025

Airline	Lowest fare	Average lowest fare
Air Do	11,010 yen	18,270 yen
JAL	11,040 yen	20,774 yen
ANA	11,040 yen	22,322 yen
ANA Wings	23,220 yen	25,845 yen

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Take the JR Tohoku/Hokkaido Shinkansen from Tokyo to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto (4 hours) and transfer to the relay train to Hakodate Station in central Hakodate (20 minutes). The entire one way trip costs around 24,000 yen and takes under 5 hours. It is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass and JR East South Hokkaido Rail Pass. Note that seat reservations are mandatory on Hayabusa trains between Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto.

Above fees and schedules are subject to change. Be sure to check current yen exchange rates.

Central Hakodate with Hakodate Station, the old Motomachi district and Mount Hakodate are located on the distinctively shaped peninsula. The city is served by two tram lines and a bus network. A ropeway leads to the top of Mount Hakodate, which is also accessible by bus.

Hakodate's shinkansen station, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station, is located 15 kilometers north of the city center in Hokuto City. Relay trains connect the shinkansen station with Hakodate Station in 20 minutes.

The two tram lines, numbered 2 and 5, share their route between Yunokawa and Jujigai and go separate ways from there towards Yachigashira (line 2) and Hakodate Dock (line 5). The fare is between 210 and 260 yen, depending on the distance traveled.

Hakodate Airport is located five kilometers east of the city center. Airport shuttle buses operate every 20 minutes between Hakodate Station and the airport, taking 20 minutes and costing 500 yen one way, while less frequent regular buses by Hakodate Bus do the journey in 30 minutes and for 340 yen.

The local ICAS nimoca IC card, as well as Suica, Icoca and eight other IC card types can be used on the trams and buses in Hakodate (except on the airport shuttle buses) and on JR trains between Hakodate and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station.

Onuma Quasi National Park is located about 20 kilometers north of central Hakodate.

Various passes for trams and buses are available to tourists. They are available for purchase via a smartphone to be shown to the driver when alighting. Only the 1-day tram pass is also available as a conventional paper ticket.

1-day Tram Pass (600 yen)
Unlimited use of trams in Hakodate on one calendar day (midnight to midnight). Unlike the other tickets in this list, the pass can also be purchased as a conventional paper ticket at selected sales locations, including the bus information and tourist information desks at Hakodate Station, and inside trams.
24-hour Tram Pass (900 yen)
Only available digitally, this pass provides unlimited use of trams in Hakodate for 24 hours from activation.
Tram and Bus Pass (1-day: 1400 yen, 2-day: 2400 yen)
Only available digitally, this pass provides unlimited use of trams and Hakodate Buses (not including the airport shuttle bus) on one or two calendar days (midnight to midnight).

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- Pension Jokura
  Budget-friendly
  
  Situated within 6.5 km of Goryokaku Park and 6.8 km of Hakodate Goryokaku in Hakodate, Pension Jokura offers accommodation with seating area. This 2-star guest house offers luggage storage space and bicycle parking. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom. The units are equipped with heating facilities. An Asian breakfast is available each morning at the guest house. A bicycle rental service is available at Pension Jokura. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hakodate Park, Hakodate Station and Old British Consulate of Hakodate. Hakodate Airport is 8 km from the property.
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- Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort
  Luxury
  
  Boasting open-air hot spring baths and ocean views, Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort is a 15-minute drive from JR Hakodate Station. Free parking is available on site. Delicately prepared Japanese meals are offered. Featuring tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional futon bedding, each room comes with a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The en suite bathroom has a bath tub and free toiletries. Guests at Wakamatsu Hot Spring Resort can unwind at the public bathing area or enjoy massages at an additional charge. Hakodate Airport is a 7-minute drive away. Goryokaku Park is a 12-minute drive from the property. Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden is a 15-minute walk away, while Yunokawa Onsen bus stop is a 2-minute walk away. Guests with a dinner-inclusive rate can savour Japanese course meals prepared with seasonal ingredients and fresh seafood. Traditional Japanese breakfast is also on offer.
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- Villa Concordia Resort & Spa
  Luxury
  
  Located in Hakodate, 6 km from Goryokaku Park, Villa Concordia Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The rooms include a balcony with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At Villa Concordia Resort & Spa each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Popular points of interest near Villa Concordia Resort & Spa include Hakodate Park, Hakodate Station and Hakodate City Office. Hakodate Airport is 8 km away.
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- JR Inn Hakodate
  Mid-range
  
  Situated within 4.6 km of Goryokaku Park and 4.9 km of Hakodate Goryokaku, JR Inn Hakodate features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Hakodate. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. Guests can enjoy city views. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at JR Inn Hakodate also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a mountain view. At the accommodation the rooms come with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at JR Inn Hakodate. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Hakodate Station, Hakodate City Office and Hakodate City Hall. Hakodate Airport is 7 km from the property.
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- fav HAKODATE
  Luxury
  
  Set in Hakodate, 4.6 km from Goryokaku Park, fav HAKODATE offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a bar. The property is around 50 km from Mount Iou, 2.3 km from Hakodate Park and 1.6 km from Motomachi Catholic Church. The property is non-smoking and is located 5 km from Hakodate Goryokaku. Guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at fav HAKODATE also have free WiFi, while selected rooms also offer a city view. All guest rooms will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an American breakfast. Popular points of interest near fav HAKODATE include Hakodate Station, Hakodate City Office and Hakodate City Hall. Hakodate Airport is 7 km from the property.
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- Hakodate Danshaku Club Hotel & Resorts
  Luxury
  
  A 3-minute walk from Hakodate Station, Hakodate Danshaku Club Hotel & Resorts offers rooms with a 32-inch flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with a balcony, a living area and a kitchenette. Danshaku Hakodate Club Hotel & Resorts is an 8-minute drive away from Sanroku Station which offers access to the Mount Hakodate Ropeway. Hakodate Morning Market is only a 1-minute walk and Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse is a 15-minute walk away. Rooms are spacious and bright, featuring tile flooring and simple contemporary design. En suite bathrooms offer views of Mount Hakodate. The Danshaku Club Hotel features bicycle rental and coin-operated laundry facilities. Guests can shop at the in-house sundry shop. A Western breakfast is served in guestrooms.
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- HakoBA Hakodate by THE SHARE HOTELS
  Mid-range
  
  The Share Hotels HakoBA Hakodate offers accommodation in Hakodate, a 6-minute drive from Hakodate Park. Guests can relax on the terrace at the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the building. All rooms feature air conditioning, heating and a safety deposit box. Extras including slippers and towels are provided for guests�f comfort. Some rooms have a desk and refrigerator. There is a shared kitchen and shared lounge at The Share Hotels HakoBA Hakodate. Free luggage storage and lockers are available at the property. There is a gift shop and drinks vending machine on site. There is a restaurant, bar and coffee house on site. Breakfast is also served at the property. There are a few restaurants, cafes and convenience stores within a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Suehirocho Station and Jujigai Station are both under a 5-minute walk from The Share Hotels HakoBA Hakodate. Mount Hakodate Ropeway is located a 7-minute bus ride from the property, while Goryokaku Park is a 20-minute drive away. Hakodate Airport is a 25-minute train ride away.
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- Pension Puppy Tail
  Budget-friendly
  
  Pension Puppy Tail, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Hakodate, 3.9 km from Goryokaku Park, 4.2 km from Hakodate Goryokaku, as well as 50 km from Mount Iou. This 2-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. All units at the guest house come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. A fridge and kettle are also offered. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Hakodate Station, Hakodate City Office and Hakodate City Hall. Hakodate Airport is 7 km from the property.
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- Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki
  Luxury
  
  Situated 3.9 km from Hakodate Goryokaku, Heiseikan Shiosaitei Hanatsuki offers 5-star accommodation in Hakodate and features an open-air bath. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Guests can use the hot spring bath and the public bath, or enjoy sea views. Every unit has a private bathroom and bidet, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. At the ryokan, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Popular points of interest near the ryokan include Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden, Yunokawa Onsen and Hakodate Arena. Hakodate Airport is 1 km from the property.
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- Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarinoyu
  Mid-range
  
  Located within 1.5 km of Motomachi Catholic Church and 1.6 km of The Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarinoyu offers rooms in Hakodate. The property is set 4.3 km from Hakodate Goryokaku, 5 km from Goryokaku Park and 2.1 km from Hakodate Park. The hotel features a hot spring bath and a 24-hour front desk. Breakfast can be chosen from a selection of offsite restaurants at Hakodake Morning Market featuring Hakodate ingredients. The units come with air conditioning, a microwave, a fridge, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath and free toiletries. The hotel offers a hot tub. Popular points of interest near Tokyu Stay Hakodate Asaichi Akarino include Hakodate City Office, Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse and Kitajima Saburo Memorial Museum. The nearest airport is Hakodate Airport, 9 km from the accommodation.
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