How to travel from Hakodate to Sasebo, Japan
The distance between Hakodate and Sasebo is around 1,693km (1,052 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Hakodate to Sasebo by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sasebo → Hakodate if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Nagasaki (NGS).
- Duration4h 40m
- Flight time3h 25m
- Typical cost¥33,675($245)
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo then Hakata and then to Sasebo.
- Duration11h 30m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥50,515($370)
Multiple train operators
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Aomori Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi-guchi, Yamaguchi-Yuda Onsendo then Hakata Bus Terminal and then to Sasebo.
- Duration1 day 10h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥32,995($240)
Multiple operators
Train and Bus
Take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then take the bus to Basuta Shinjuku Tokyo then Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and then to Sasebo.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥39,425($290)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Oma then drive to Sasebo.
- Duration23h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥30,120($220)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hakodate and Sasebo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hakodate to Sasebo by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥29,705 ($215) and will take around 6h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥33,675 ($245).
The distance between Hakodate and Sasebo is around 1,693km (1,052 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,360km (845 miles)
It takes around 4h 40m to get from Hakodate and Sasebo by plane.
The quickest way to get from Hakodate to Sasebo is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx ¥33,675 ($245).
The cheapest way to travel between Hakodate and Sasebo is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥29,705 ($215) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Hakodate and Sasebo. It typically takes around 11h 30m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Hakodate to Sasebo. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo and Hakata. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 30m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Hakodate and Sasebo. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 11h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hakodate and Sasebo. We recommend that you fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Nagasaki (NGS). instead which will take 4h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Hakodate and Sasebo. Flights depart from Hakodate (HKD) and arrive at Nagasaki (NGS) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 3h 25m.
There is no direct flight from Hakodate to Sasebo. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Hakodate to Sasebo typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Hakodate (HKD) and and arrive into Nagasaki (NGS).
The closest major airport to Sasebo is Nagasaki Airport (NGS) (NGS) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo. Saga Airport (HSG) (HSG) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Hakodate to Sasebo. We recommend that you fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Nagasaki (NGS). instead which will take 4h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hakodate to Sasebo is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around ¥33,675 ($245).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hakodate and Sasebo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 40m | ¥33,675($245) | hourly | 1,707km (1,061 miles) |
| Fly to Saga (HSG), Train | 5h 30m | ¥33,405($245) | 5 times a day | 1,693km (1,052 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 5h 40m | ¥38,605($280) | hourly | 1,708km (1,061 miles) |
| Fly to Kumamoto (KMJ), train | 6h 30m | ¥29,705($215) | hourly | 1,759km (1,093 miles) |
Train | 11h 30m | ¥50,515($370) | every 4 hours | 2,019km (1,255 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 1 day 10h | ¥32,995($240) | once daily | 2,133km (1,325 miles) |
Train and Bus | 1 day 1h | ¥39,425($290) | once daily | 2,118km (1,316 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 23h 40m | ¥30,120($220) | twice daily | 1,880km (1,168 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hakodate and Sasebo
Bus companies
JR Bus Tōhoku
Willer Express
Nishitetsu
Konan Bus
Bocho Kotsu
Train operators
Airlines
AIRDO
Solaseed Air
Star Flyer
Ferry operators
Seikan Ferry
Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry
Airports near Sasebo
The following major airports near Sasebo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Sasebo
Saga Airport (HSG)
- Distance
- 55km (34 miles) from Sasebo
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Sasebo