What is the cheapest way to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo?

The cheapest way to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo?

The fastest way to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Hirafu Station and Sapporo?

No, there is no direct bus from Hirafu Station to Sapporo. However, there are services departing from 羊蹄登山口 and arriving at 北１条西４丁目 via 小樽駅前ｂｔ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Hirafu Station and Sapporo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hirafu and arriving at Sapporo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Hirafu Station to Sapporo?

The distance between Hirafu Station and Sapporo is 99 km. The road distance is 95.6 km.

How do I travel from Hirafu Station to Sapporo without a car?

The best way to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2800.

How long does it take to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo?

The train from Hirafu to Sapporo takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hirafu Station to Sapporo bus from?

Hirafu Station to Sapporo bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, depart from 羊蹄登山口 station.

Where do I catch the Hirafu Station to Sapporo train from?

Hirafu Station to Sapporo train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Hirafu station.

Train or bus from Hirafu Station to Sapporo?

The best way to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1700 - ¥2800 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Hirafu Station to Sapporo bus arrive?

Hirafu Station to Sapporo bus services, operated by Niseko Bus, arrive at 小樽駅前 station.

Where does the Hirafu Station to Sapporo train arrive?

Hirafu Station to Sapporo train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Sapporo station.

Can I drive from Hirafu Station to Sapporo?

Yes, the driving distance between Hirafu Station to Sapporo is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Hirafu Station to Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1963+ hotels available in Sapporo.

Hirafu Station to Sapporo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hirafu Station to Sapporo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hirafu to Sapporotrain D: Niseko Liner
2h 5m
¥2,100–2,800
Drive 95.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hirafu Station to Sapporocar 95.6 km
1h 26m
¥1,659–2,396
Bus
1. Take the bus from 羊蹄登山口 to 小樽駅前bus 小樽線
2. Take the bus from 小樽駅前ｂｔ to 北１条西４丁目bus 札幌～ニセコ / ...
3h 10m
¥1,705–2,736

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Distance: 99.4 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Hirafu Station, Japan and Sapporo, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Hirafu to Sapporo once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,800 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Hirafu Station to 北１条西４丁目 via 羊蹄登山口, 小樽駅前, and 小樽駅前ｂｔ in around 3h 10m.

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