Hakone to Sapporo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

554.1 miles 891.8 km · straight line
720.6 miles actual route 1159.7 km · driving distance
16h 8min estimated drive time
JPY 12815 - JPY 15772 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
12° NNE bearing direction

How far is Hakone from Sapporo?

The distance from Hakone to Sapporo is 554.1 miles (891.8 km) as the crow flies. Sapporo is located NNE of Hakone. By car, the driving distance is approximately 720.6 miles, taking about 16h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in Japan.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hakone and Sapporo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hakone to Sapporo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 8min JPY 12815 - JPY 15772 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 22min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~20h 58min $86–$252* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Hakone
35.23°N, 139.11°E
Asia/Tokyo
723m elevation
Sapporo
43.06°N, 141.35°E
Asia/Tokyo
26m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 185 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM