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

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Obihiro is to bus which costs ¥3400 - ¥3800 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sapporo to Obihiro is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo and Obihiro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 札幌駅前バスターミナル and arriving at 帯広駅バスターミナル. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo and Obihiro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo(Jr) and arriving at Obihiro. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Sapporo to Obihiro?

The distance between Sapporo and Obihiro is 220 km. The road distance is 182.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo to Obihiro without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

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

The train from Sapporo(Jr) to Obihiro takes 2h 43m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Obihiro bus from?

Sapporo to Obihiro bus services, operated by Hokkaido Takushoku Bus, depart from 札幌駅前バスターミナル station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Obihiro train from?

Sapporo to Obihiro train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Sapporo(Jr) station.

Train or bus from Sapporo to Obihiro?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Obihiro is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3400 - ¥3800 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Sapporo to Obihiro bus arrive?

Sapporo to Obihiro bus services, operated by Hokkaido Takushoku Bus, arrive at 帯広駅バスターミナル station.

Where does the Sapporo to Obihiro train arrive?

Sapporo to Obihiro train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Obihiro station.

Can I drive from Sapporo to Obihiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo to Obihiro is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Sapporo to Obihiro.

Where can I stay near Obihiro?

There are 49+ hotels available in Obihiro.

Sapporo to Obihiro - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sapporo to Obihiro by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sapporo(Jr) to Obihirotrain [187195] Ltd.Exp Tokachi 1 / ...
2h 43m
¥5,500–8,500
Drive 182.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo to Obihirocar 182.9 km
2h 10m
¥3,145–4,542
Bus
1. Take the bus from 札幌駅前バスターミナル to 帯広駅バスターミナルbus ポテトライナー(直行便) / ...
3h 30m
¥3,400–3,800

Sapporo to Obihiro by bus

112Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

¥3,400Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sapporo to Obihiro.

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Distance: 219.5 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Sapporo(Jr) to Obihiro every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,500 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, Hokkaido Takushoku Bus operates a bus from 札幌駅前バスターミナル to 帯広駅バスターミナル every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,400–3,900 and the journey takes 3h 30m. 北海道バス also services this route every 4 hours.

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