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

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Muroran is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sapporo to Muroran is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct bus between Sapporo and Muroran?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 中央バス札幌ターミナル and arriving at 母恋駅前. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo and Muroran?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo(Jr) and arriving at Higashi-Muroran. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Sapporo to Muroran?

The distance between Sapporo and Muroran is 128 km. The road distance is 127.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo to Muroran without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3600.

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

The train from Sapporo(Jr) to Higashi-Muroran takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Muroran bus from?

Sapporo to Muroran bus services, operated by Donan Bus, depart from 中央バス札幌ターミナル station.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Muroran train from?

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

Train or bus from Sapporo to Muroran?

The best way to get from Sapporo to Muroran is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2500 - ¥3500 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Sapporo to Muroran bus arrive?

Sapporo to Muroran bus services, operated by Donan Bus, arrive at 母恋駅前 station.

Where does the Sapporo to Muroran train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapporo to Muroran?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo to Muroran is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Sapporo to Muroran.

Where can I stay near Muroran?

There are 89+ hotels available in Muroran.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Sapporo(Jr) to Higashi-Murorantrain [187358] Ltd. Exp Suzuran 2 / ...
1h 28m
¥2,600–3,600
Drive 127.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo to Murorancar 127.8 km
1h 32m
¥2,197–3,174
Bus
1. Take the bus from 中央バス札幌ターミナル to 母恋駅前bus 高速白鳥号
2h 32m
¥2,500–3,500

Sapporo to Muroran by bus

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Distance: 128.3 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Sapporo(Jr) to Higashi-Muroran hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,600–3,600 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Donan Bus operates a bus from 中央バス札幌ターミナル to 母恋駅前 every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,500 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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