How to travel from Yokohama to Sapporo, Japan

The distance between Yokohama and Sapporo is around 888km (552 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 40m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Yokohama 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 SapporoYokohama if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Sapporo Okadama (OKD).

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ¥45,315($330)

2 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Sapporo(Jr).

  • Duration8h 45m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥36,965($270)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Mito Station South Exit then take a ferry to Tomakomai then take the bus to Sapporo Eki mae Bus Terminal.

  • Duration22h 60m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥29,025($210)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Aomori then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then take the bus to Sapporo Eki mae Bus Terminal.

  • Duration17h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥26,695($195)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Oarai then take a ferry to Tomakomai then drive to Sapporo.

  • Duration20h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥26,695($195)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Yokohama and Sapporo

There are several options for getting from Yokohama to Sapporo by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥25,190 ($185) and will take around 2h 40m.

The distance between Yokohama and Sapporo is around 888km (552 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 860km (534 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Yokohama and Sapporo by plane and train.

The quickest way to get from Yokohama to Sapporo is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx ¥25,190 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Yokohama and Sapporo is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥25,190 ($185) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Yokohama and Sapporo. It typically takes around 8h 45m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Yokohama to Sapporo. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 8h 45m.

Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Yokohama and Sapporo. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 8h 45m, 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 Yokohama and Sapporo. We recommend that you fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Sapporo(Jr). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Yokohama and Sapporo. Flights depart from Tokyo Haneda (HND) and arrive at Sapporo Okadama (OKD) - via Hakodate (HKD). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Yokohama to Sapporo. There is however a flight that goes via Hakodate (HKD). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Yokohama to Sapporo typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Tokyo Haneda (HND) and and arrive into Sapporo Okadama (OKD).

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 Yokohama to Sapporo. We recommend that you fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Sapporo(Jr). instead which will take 2h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Yokohama to Sapporo is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around ¥25,190 ($185).

How do I get from Yokohama to Sapporo

Compare travel optionsbetween Yokohama and Sapporo

Transport options from Yokohama to Sapporo
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
3h 10m
¥45,315($330)
every 3 hours896km (557 miles)
Plane and Train2h 40m
¥25,190($185)
every 3 hours888km (552 miles)
Train and Plane4hrs
¥29,295($215)
hourly921km (573 miles)
Train
8h 45m
¥36,965($270)
every 4 hours1,151km (715 miles)
Bus and Ferry
22h 60m
¥29,025($210)
twice daily1,026km (637 miles)
Bus and Train
17h 25m
¥26,695($195)
once daily1,147km (713 miles)
Car and Ferry
20h 30m
¥26,695($195)
twice daily1,015km (631 miles)

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Airports near Sapporo

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

OKD
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Sapporo
CTS
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
International Airport
Distance
41km (25 miles) from Sapporo
AKJ
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
112km (69 miles) from Sapporo