Kyoto to Sapporo: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Kyoto from Sapporo?
The distance from Kyoto to Sapporo is 631.5 miles (1016.3 km) as the crow flies. Sapporo is located NNE of Kyoto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 878.6 miles, taking about 19h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Kyoto 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 Kyoto to Sapporo
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 211 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
- You could travel this distance about 39.4 times to circle the Earth's equator