How to travel from Sapporo to Miyazaki, Japan

The distance between Sapporo and Miyazaki is around 1,729km (1,074 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 50m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Sapporo to Miyazaki by plane, train, ferry, car and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out MiyazakiSapporo if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Sapporo Okadama (OKD) to Miyazaki (KMI).

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    ¥40,520($295)
Operated byJapan Airlines+ 1 others

1 similiar route

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Train

Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo, Hakata then Kagoshima-Chuo and then to Miyazaki.

  • Duration16h 20m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥73,925($540)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Maizuru then take the bus to Sannomiya Bus Terminal then take a ferry to Miyazaki.

  • Duration1 day 13h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥39,290($285)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to 新函館北斗駅前 then take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then take the bus to Basuta Shinjuku Tokyo then Nishitetsu Tenjin Bus Terminal and then to Miyazaki Station.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥50,925($370)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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💰 Cheapest
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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Maizuru then drive to Miyazaki.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥32,445($235)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sapporo and Miyazaki

There are several options for getting from Sapporo to Miyazaki by plane, train, ferry, car and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around ¥32,445 ($235) and will take around 1 day 7h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥40,520 ($295).

The distance between Sapporo and Miyazaki is around 1,729km (1,074 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,516km (942 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Sapporo and Miyazaki by plane.

The quickest way to get from Sapporo to Miyazaki is to fly which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ¥40,520 ($295).

The cheapest way to travel between Sapporo and Miyazaki is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around ¥32,445 ($235) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Sapporo and Miyazaki. It typically takes around 16h 20m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Sapporo to Miyazaki. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo, Hakata and Kagoshima-Chuo. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 16h 20m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Sapporo and Miyazaki. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 16h 20m, 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 Sapporo and Miyazaki. We recommend that you fly from Sapporo Okadama (OKD) to Miyazaki (KMI). instead which will take 4h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Sapporo and Miyazaki. Flights depart from Sapporo Okadama (OKD) and arrive at Miyazaki (KMI) - via Misawa (MSJ). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Sapporo to Miyazaki. There is however a flight that goes via Misawa (MSJ) and Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Sapporo to Miyazaki typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Sapporo Okadama (OKD) and and arrive into Miyazaki (KMI).

The closest major airport to Miyazaki is Miyazaki Airport (KMI) (KMI) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Miyazaki. Kagoshima Airport (KOJ) (KOJ) 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 Sapporo to Miyazaki. We recommend that you fly from Sapporo Okadama (OKD) to Miyazaki (KMI). instead which will take 4h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sapporo to Miyazaki is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ¥40,520 ($295).

How do I get from Sapporo to Miyazaki

Compare travel optionsbetween Sapporo and Miyazaki

Transport options from Sapporo to Miyazaki
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 50m
¥40,520($295)
hourly1,759km (1,093 miles)
Train and Plane7h 10m
¥51,335($375)
every 2 hours1,729km (1,075 miles)
Train
16h 20m
¥73,925($540)
every 4 hours2,561km (1,591 miles)
Ferry and Bus
1 day 13h
¥39,290($285)
once daily1,729km (1,074 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
1 day 7h
¥50,925($370)
once daily2,553km (1,586 miles)
Bus, Ferry and Train2 days 10h
¥37,920($275)
3 times a week2,562km (1,592 miles)
Ferry and Car
1 day 7h
¥32,445($235)
once daily1,972km (1,225 miles)

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Airports near Miyazaki

The following major airports near Miyazaki offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

KMI
Miyazaki Airport (KMI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Miyazaki
KOJ
Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Miyazaki
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
208km (129 miles) from Miyazaki