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

The cheapest way to get from Sōbetsu to Sapporo is to drive which costs ¥1800 - ¥2700 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sōbetsu to Sapporo is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2700.

Is there a direct bus between Sōbetsu and Sapporo?

No, there is no direct bus from Sōbetsu to Sapporo. However, there are services departing from 壮瞥役場前 and arriving at 札幌駅前（北２西３） via 洞爺水の駅. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Sōbetsu to Sapporo?

The distance between Sōbetsu and Sapporo is 164 km. The road distance is 105.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sōbetsu to Sapporo without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4600.

How long does it take to get from Sōbetsu to Sapporo?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Sōbetsu to Sapporo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sōbetsu to Sapporo bus from?

Sōbetsu to Sapporo bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 洞爺水の駅 station.

Where does the Sōbetsu to Sapporo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sōbetsu to Sapporo?

Yes, the driving distance between Sōbetsu to Sapporo is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Sōbetsu to Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1962+ hotels available in Sapporo.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 壮瞥役場前 to 伊達駅前bus 胆振線 / ...
2. Take the train from Datemombetsu to Sapporotrain Hokuto
3h 18m
¥3,452–4,578
Drive 105.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sōbetsu to Sapporocar 105.7 km
1h 42m
¥1,836–2,651
Bus
1. Take the bus from 洞爺水の駅 to 札幌駅前（北２西３）bus 札幌洞爺湖線
3h 51m
¥2,236–3,093

Sōbetsu to Sapporo by bus

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3h 51mAverage Duration

¥2,236Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.8 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Sōbetsu, Japan and Sapporo, Japan?

Donan Bus operates a bus from 洞爺水の駅 to 札幌駅前（北２西３） 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,800–2,500 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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