Sapporo to Tokyo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

518.3 miles 834.2 km · straight line
675.2 miles actual route 1086.6 km · driving distance
14h 55min estimated drive time
JPY 12007 - JPY 14778 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
191° S bearing direction

How far is Sapporo from Tokyo?

The distance from Sapporo to Tokyo is 518.3 miles (834.2 km) as the crow flies. Tokyo is located S of Sapporo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 675.2 miles, taking about 14h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Sapporo and Tokyo. 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 Sapporo to Tokyo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 55min JPY 12007 - JPY 14778 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 54min $54–$101* Budget
Train ~19h 24min $81–$236* 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

Sapporo
43.06°N, 141.35°E
Asia/Tokyo
26m elevation
Tokyo
35.68°N, 139.65°E
Asia/Tokyo
40m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 173 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM