How to travel from Onomichi to Sapporo, Japan
The distance between Onomichi and Sapporo is around 1,279km (794 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 10m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Onomichi to Sapporo by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sapporo → Onomichi if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Sapporo(Jr).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost¥39,015($285)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo then Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Sapporo(Jr).
- Duration11h 30m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥62,425($455)
Multiple train operators
Train, Bus and Ferry
Take the train to Nishi-Akashi then take the bus to Maizuru Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Otaru.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥34,090($250)
Multiple operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Umeda-eki then Shonaikankobussankan and then to Sendai Station then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then take the bus to Sapporo Eki mae Bus Terminal.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥48,600($355)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥26,695($195)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Onomichi and Sapporo
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Onomichi to Sapporo by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥26,695 ($195) and will take around 1 day 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥39,015 ($285).
The distance between Onomichi and Sapporo is around 1,279km (794 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,193km (741 miles)
It takes around 3h 10m to get from Onomichi and Sapporo by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Onomichi to Sapporo is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥39,015 ($285).
The cheapest way to travel between Onomichi and Sapporo is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥26,695 ($195) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Onomichi and Sapporo. It typically takes around 11h 30m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Onomichi to Sapporo. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Fukuyama, Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. 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 Onomichi and Sapporo. 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 Onomichi and Sapporo. We recommend that you fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Sapporo(Jr). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Onomichi to Sapporo. We recommend that you fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Sapporo(Jr). instead which will take 3h 10m.
The closest major airport to Sapporo is Okadama Airport (OKD) (OKD) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Sapporo. New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) 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 Onomichi to Sapporo. We recommend that you fly from Hiroshima (HIJ) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Sapporo(Jr). instead which will take 3h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Onomichi to Sapporo is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around ¥39,015 ($285).
Compare travel optionsbetween Onomichi and Sapporo
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 3 similar | 3h 10m | ¥39,015($285) | hourly | 1,279km (794 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 45m | ¥35,595($260) | hourly | 1,322km (822 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Osaka, plane | 4h 10m | ¥81,590($595) | hourly | 1,336km (830 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 5h 30m | ¥42,440($310) | 4 times a day | 1,470km (913 miles) |
Train | 11h 30m | ¥62,425($455) | every 4 hours | 1,864km (1,158 miles) |
Train, Bus and Ferry | 1 day 2h | ¥34,090($250) | once daily | 1,427km (886 miles) |
Bus and Train | 1 day 2h | ¥48,600($355) | once daily | 1,866km (1,159 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 1h | ¥26,695($195) | once daily | 1,382km (859 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Onomichi and Sapporo
Airlines
Skymark Airlines
AIRDO
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Bus companies
Iyotetsu
Nihon Kotsu
Shonai Kotsu
Miyako Kotsu
Dohoku Bus
Train operators
Airports near Sapporo
The following major airports near Sapporo offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Okadama Airport (OKD)
- Distance
- 6km (4 miles) from Sapporo
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 41km (25 miles) from Sapporo
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
- Distance
- 112km (69 miles) from Sapporo