What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo is to drive which costs ¥1700 - ¥2600 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo?

The fastest way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Tōya and Sapporo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 洞爺湖温泉 and arriving at すすきの. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Tōya and Sapporo?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Tōya to Sapporo. However, there are services departing from Tōya and arriving at Sapporo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Lake Tōya to Sapporo?

The distance between Lake Tōya and Sapporo is 105 km. The road distance is 101.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Tōya to Sapporo without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2900.

How long does it take to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo?

The bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to すすきの takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Lake Tōya to Sapporo bus from?

Lake Tōya to Sapporo bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 洞爺湖温泉 station.

Where do I catch the Lake Tōya to Sapporo train from?

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

Train or bus from Lake Tōya to Sapporo?

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥3500 - ¥4900 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Sapporo bus arrive?

Lake Tōya to Sapporo bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at すすきの station.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Sapporo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Tōya to Sapporo?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tōya to Sapporo is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Lake Tōya to Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Sapporo.

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Lake Tōya to Sapporo by bus

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Distance: 104.9 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Lake Tōya, Japan and Sapporo, Japan?

Donan Bus operates a bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to すすきの 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,900 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Tōya to Sapporo hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,300–4,500 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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