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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) is to drive which costs ¥1700 - ¥2600 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2600.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Tōya and Sapporo (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 洞爺湖温泉 and arriving at 札幌駅前（北２西３）. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Tōya and Sapporo (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station). 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 (Station)?

The distance between Lake Tōya and Sapporo (Station) is 172 km. The road distance is 102.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station)?

The best way to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) bus arrive?

Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at 札幌駅前（北２西３） station.

Where does the Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station).

Where can I stay near Sapporo (Station)?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Sapporo (Station).

Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōya to Sapporotrain Hokuto
2h 41m
¥3,567–4,863
Drive 102.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station)car 102.2 km
1h 39m
¥1,770–2,556
Bus
1. Take the bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to 札幌駅前（北２西３）bus 札幌洞爺湖線
2h 48m
¥2,000–2,900

Lake Tōya to Sapporo (Station) by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.2 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

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. Alternatively, Donan Bus operates a bus from 洞爺湖温泉 to 札幌駅前（北２西３） 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,900 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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