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

The cheapest way to get from Hirafu to Sapporo is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hirafu to Sapporo is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct bus between Hirafu and Sapporo?

No, there is no direct bus from Hirafu 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 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Hirafu 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 to Sapporo?

The distance between Hirafu and Sapporo is 99 km. The road distance is 94.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hirafu 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 to Sapporo?

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

Where do I catch the Hirafu to Sapporo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hirafu to Sapporo train from?

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

Train or bus from Hirafu to Sapporo?

The best way to get from Hirafu to Sapporo is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1700 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Hirafu to Sapporo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hirafu to Sapporo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hirafu to Sapporo?

Yes, the driving distance between Hirafu to Sapporo is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Hirafu to Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1960+ hotels available in Sapporo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Hirafu 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 94.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hirafu to Sapporocar 94.3 km
1h 25m
¥1,637–2,364
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 / ...
2h 48m
¥1,705–2,736

Hirafu to Sapporo by bus

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.4 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Hirafu, 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 bus from 羊蹄登山口 to 北１条西４丁目 via 小樽駅前 and 小樽駅前ｂｔ in around 2h 48m.

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