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

The cheapest way to get from Sapporo to Tōbetsu is to drive which costs ¥450 - ¥700 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sapporo to Tōbetsu is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs ¥9000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Sapporo and Tōbetsu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sapporo(Jr) and arriving at Ishikari-Tobetsu. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Sapporo to Tōbetsu?

The distance between Sapporo and Tōbetsu is 27 km. The road distance is 26.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapporo to Tōbetsu without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥600 - ¥850.

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

The train from Sapporo(Jr) to Ishikari-Tobetsu takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sapporo to Tōbetsu train from?

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

Where does the Sapporo to Tōbetsu train arrive?

Sapporo to Tōbetsu train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Ishikari-Tobetsu station.

Can I drive from Sapporo to Tōbetsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapporo to Tōbetsu is 26 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Sapporo to Tōbetsu.

Where can I stay near Tōbetsu?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Tōbetsu.

Sapporo to Tōbetsu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sapporo to Tōbetsu by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sapporo(Jr) to Ishikari-Tobetsutrain [38627] JR Gakuen Toshi / ...
41 min
¥600–850
Drive 26.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sapporo to Tōbetsucar 26.2 km
23 min
¥455–657
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from さっぽろ to 栄町bus
2. Take the bus from 地下鉄栄町駅 to あいの里教育大駅bus
3. Take the train from Ainosato-Kyoikudai to Ishikari-Tobetsutrain
1h 30m
¥833–992
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sapporo to Tōbetsutaxi 26.2 km
23 min
¥9,000–11,000

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Distance: 27.4 km
Duration: 41 min

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

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Sapporo(Jr) to Ishikari-Tobetsu every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥600–850 and the journey takes 41 min.

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