How to travel from Nagasaki to Chitose, Japan
The distance between Nagasaki and Chitose is around 1,632km (1,014 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Nagasaki to Chitose by car, ferry, plane, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Chitose → Nagasaki if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Nagasaki (NGS) to New Chitose (CTS).
- Duration3h 35m
- Flight time2h 55m
- Typical cost¥53,115($390)
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Train
Take the train to Hakata, Tokyo then Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Minami-Chitose.
- Duration13h 50m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥58,180($425)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then take the train to Tokuyama then take the bus to Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then take the bus to Hirafu Welcome Center and then to New Chitose Airport Domestic Terminal.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥55,855($410)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Chitose.
- Duration1 day 6h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥30,530($225)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nagasaki and Chitose
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nagasaki to Chitose by car, ferry, plane, train and bus. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥30,530 ($225) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥53,115 ($390).
The distance between Nagasaki and Chitose is around 1,632km (1,014 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,522km (945 miles)
It takes around 4h 40m to get from Nagasaki and Chitose by car, ferry and plane.
The quickest way to get from Nagasaki to Chitose is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx ¥53,115 ($390).
The cheapest way to travel between Nagasaki and Chitose is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥30,530 ($225) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Nagasaki and Chitose. It typically takes around 13h 50m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Nagasaki to Chitose. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hakata, Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 13h 50m.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Nagasaki and Chitose. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 13h 50m, 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 Nagasaki and Chitose. We recommend that you fly from Nagasaki (NGS) to New Chitose (CTS). instead which will take 3h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Nagasaki and Chitose. Flights depart from Nagasaki (NGS) and arrive at New Chitose (CTS) - via Osaka Itami (ITM). The flight takes around 2h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Nagasaki to Chitose. There is however a flight that goes via Osaka Itami (ITM). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).
The flight from Nagasaki to Chitose typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Nagasaki (NGS) and and arrive into New Chitose (CTS).
The closest major airport to Chitose is New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Chitose. Okadama Airport (OKD) (OKD) and Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) (AKJ) 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 Nagasaki to Chitose. We recommend that you drive to Kuchinotsu Port then take a ferry to Oniike Port then fly from Amakusa (AXJ) to New Chitose (CTS). instead which will take 4h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nagasaki to Chitose is to drive, then take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around ¥36,140 ($265).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nagasaki and Chitose
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 35m | ¥53,115($390) | every 20 mins | 1,633km (1,014 miles) |
| Car, Ferry and Plane | 4h 40m | ¥36,140($265) | every 2 hours | 1,632km (1,014 miles) |
Train | 13h 50m | ¥58,180($425) | every 3 hours | 2,291km (1,424 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 1 day 1h | ¥55,855($410) | once daily | 2,322km (1,443 miles) |
| Bus to Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal, train | 1 day 3h | ¥45,860($335) | once daily | 2,359km (1,466 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 6h | ¥30,530($225) | once daily | 1,901km (1,181 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nagasaki and Chitose
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Bocho Kotsu
Hakodate Teisan Bus
Hokkaido Access Network
Good Sports
Train operators
Airlines
Amakusa Airlines
Solaseed Air
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Shimatetsu Group
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Airports near Chitose
The following major airports near Chitose offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 4km (3 miles) from Chitose
Okadama Airport (OKD)
- Distance
- 39km (24 miles) from Chitose
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
- Distance
- 115km (71 miles) from Chitose