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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Sapporo is to train and fly which costs ¥10000 - ¥31000 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Sapporo is to fly and train which takes 3h 52m and costs ¥11000 - ¥38000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Sapporo?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Sapporo. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Sapporo via Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Sapporo?

The distance between Tokyo and Sapporo is 890 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Sapporo without a car is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs ¥26000 - ¥36000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Tokyo to Sapporo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Sapporo train from?

Tokyo to Sapporo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or fly from Tokyo to Sapporo?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Sapporo is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs ¥26000 - ¥36000. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥31000 - ¥70000 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Tokyo to Sapporo train arrive?

Tokyo to Sapporo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto station.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1643+ hotels available in Sapporo.

Tokyo to Sapporo - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Tokyo to Sapporo by plane, train, bus, car, or car ferry

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

Fly Tokyo International Airport to New Chitose Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)plane HND - CTS
2. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporotrain
3h 52m
¥11,590–37,214
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to New Chitose Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)plane NRT - CTS
3. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporotrain
4h 21m
¥10,205–30,891
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shin-Hakodate-Hokutotrain Hayabusa
2. Take the train from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto to Sapporotrain Hokuto
8h 56m
¥25,956–35,894
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Aomoribus
2. Take the train from Shin-Aomori to Shin-Hakodate-Hokutotrain
3. Take the bus from 新函館北斗駅前 to 札幌駅前bus
18h 33m
¥13,300–28,900
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Tokyo to Oaraicar
2. Take the car ferry from Oarai to Tomakomaicarferry
3. Drive from Tomakomai to Sapporocar
20h 6m
¥12,541–27,548
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Okadama Airport
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Okadama Airport (OKD)plane HND - OKD
5h 26m
¥31,510–66,804
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to New Chitose Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to New Chitose Airport (CTS)plane IBR - CTS
3. Take the train from New Chitose Airport to Sapporotrain
4h 33m
¥25,320–47,795
Train, car ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Mitotrain
2. Take the car ferry from Oarai to Tomakomaicarferry
3. Take the bus from 苫小牧フェリーターミナル to 札幌駅前bus
24h 38m
¥12,942–29,723

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to New Chitose Airport (CTS) flights

424Weekly Planes

1h 34mAverage Duration

¥9,931Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tokyo to Sapporo.

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Distance: 889.9 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Sapporo via Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Okadama Airport (OKD) every 4 hours.

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