What is the cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Chitose?

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Chitose is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥950 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sapporo to Chitose?

The fastest way to get from Sapporo to Chitose is to drive which takes 34 min and costs ¥650 - ¥950.

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo and Chitose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Docho Seimon-mae and arriving at Minami Chitose Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo and Chitose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo and arriving at Chitose. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Sapporo to Chitose?

The distance between Sapporo and Chitose is 41 km. The road distance is 38.7 km.

How do I travel from Sapporo to Chitose without a car?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Chitose without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs ¥900 - ¥2900.

How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Chitose?

The train from Sapporo to Chitose takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Chitose bus from?

Sapporo to Chitose bus services, operated by Hokuto Kotsu, depart from Docho Seimon-mae station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Chitose train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo to Chitose?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Chitose is to train which takes 35 min and costs ¥900 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Sapporo to Chitose bus arrive?

Sapporo to Chitose bus services, operated by Hokuto Kotsu, arrive at Minami Chitose Station.

Where does the Sapporo to Chitose train arrive?

Sapporo to Chitose train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Chitose station.

Can I drive from Sapporo to Chitose?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo to Chitose is 39 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Sapporo to Chitose.

Where can I stay near Chitose?

There are 133+ hotels available in Chitose.

Sapporo to Chitose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Sapporo to Chitose 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 Chitosetrain C: Rapid Airport / ...
35 min
¥900–2,900
Drive 38.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo to Chitosecar 38.7 km
34 min
¥648–936
Bus
1. Take the bus from Docho Seimon-mae to Minami Chitose Stationbus
1h 11m
¥1,300–2,400
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sapporo to Chitosetaxi 38.7 km
34 min
¥11,000–15,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sapporo to Chitose.

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Distance: 40.9 km
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Sapporo, Japan and Chitose, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Sapporo to Chitose every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥900–1,200 and the journey takes 35 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Hokuto Kotsu operates a bus from Docho Seimon-mae to Minami Chitose Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,300–2,400 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Hokkaido Chuo Bus also services this route every 15 minutes.

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