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

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose is to drive which takes 36 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo and Minami-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 Minami-Chitose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo and arriving at Minami-Chitose. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose?

The distance between Sapporo and Minami-Chitose is 44 km. The road distance is 40.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs ¥950 - ¥2900.

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

The train from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Minami-Chitose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Minami-Chitose train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose is to train which takes 37 min and costs ¥950 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Sapporo to Minami-Chitose bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sapporo and Minami-Chitose?

Minami-Chitose is 3h 30m behind Sapporo. It is currently 6:56 PM in Sapporo and 3:26 PM in Minami-Chitose.

Where does the Sapporo to Minami-Chitose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo to Minami-Chitose is 41 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose.

Where can I stay near Minami-Chitose?

There are 133+ hotels available in Minami-Chitose.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sapporo to Minami-Chitosetrain C: Rapid Airport / ...
37 min
¥950–2,900
Drive 40.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo to Minami-Chitosecar 40.6 km
36 min
¥690–996
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 Minami-Chitosetaxi 40.6 km
36 min
¥12,000–15,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose.

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Distance: 43.8 km
Duration: 37 min

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Sapporo to Minami-Chitose every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥950–1,300 and the journey takes 37 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route hourly. 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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