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

The cheapest way to get from Shiretoko to Sapporo is to ferry and bus which costs ¥6500 - ¥11000 and takes 9h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiretoko to Sapporo is to ferry and fly and train which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥12000 - ¥46000.

How far is it from Shiretoko to Sapporo?

The distance between Shiretoko and Sapporo is 350 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiretoko to Sapporo without a car is to ferry and train which takes 9h 24m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Shiretoko to Sapporo, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1602+ hotels available in Sapporo.

Shiretoko to Sapporo - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shiretoko to Sapporo by ferry, plane, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry to Rishiri Airport, fly to New Chitose Airport, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Rebunto Island [Kafuka] to Rishirito Island [Oshidomari]
2. Fly from Rishiri Airport (RIS) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)RIS - CTS
3. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo
4h 35m
¥12,898–45,920
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Rebunto Island [Kafuka] to Wakkanai Port稚内～利尻島・礼文島
2. Take the bus from 稚内駅前ターミナル to 大通ｂｃ札幌～稚内
9h 57m
¥6,598–10,120
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Rebunto Island [Kafuka] to Wakkanai Port稚内～利尻島・礼文島
2. Take the train from Wakkanai to Sapporo(Jr)[188443] Ltd. Exp Soya
9h 24m
¥12,498–18,120
Ferry to Rishiri Airport, fly to Okadama Airport
1. Take the ferry from Rebunto Island [Kafuka] to Rishirito Island [Oshidomari]
2. Fly from Rishiri Airport (RIS) to Okadama Airport (OKD)RIS - OKD
5h 10m
¥42,808–80,020
Ferry to Wakkanai Airport, fly to New Chitose Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Rebunto Island [Kafuka] to Wakkanai Port
2. Fly from Wakkanai Airport (WKJ) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)WKJ - CTS
3. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo
7h 33m
¥13,198–42,720

Rishiri Airport (RIS) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) flights

7Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥8,793Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349.8 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Shiretoko to Sapporo. However, you can take the bus to Kafuka Ferry Terminal, walk to Rebunto Island [Kafuka], take the ferry to Rishirito Island [Oshidomari], take the taxi to Rishiri Airport (RIS) airport, fly to New Chitose Airport (CTS), walk to New Chitose Airport, then take the train to Sapporo. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rebun Shiretoko to Sapporo(Jr) via Kafuka Ferry Terminal, Rebunto Island [Kafuka], Wakkanai Port, and Wakkanai in around 9h 24m.

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