Kamakura to Sapporo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

543.6 miles 874.9 km · straight line
706.7 miles actual route 1137.4 km · driving distance
15h 50min estimated drive time
JPY 12568 - JPY 15469 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
10° N bearing direction

How far is Kamakura from Sapporo?

The distance from Kamakura to Sapporo is 543.6 miles (874.9 km) as the crow flies. Sapporo is located N of Kamakura. By car, the driving distance is approximately 706.7 miles, taking about 15h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kamakura 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 Kamakura to Sapporo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 50min JPY 12568 - JPY 15469 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 0min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~20h 35min $85–$247* 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

Kamakura
35.32°N, 139.55°E
Asia/Tokyo
10m 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 181 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM