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

The cheapest way to get from Shimizu to Sapporo is to bus which costs ¥2800 - ¥3100 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimizu to Sapporo is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Shimizu and Sapporo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 清水 and arriving at 札幌駅前. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Shimizu and Sapporo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tokachi-Shimizu and arriving at Sapporo. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Shimizu to Sapporo?

The distance between Shimizu and Sapporo is 185 km. The road distance is 151.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimizu to Sapporo without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000.

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

The train from Tokachi-Shimizu to Sapporo takes 2h 24m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Shimizu to Sapporo bus from?

Shimizu to Sapporo bus services, operated by 北海道バス, depart from 清水 station.

Where do I catch the Shimizu to Sapporo train from?

Shimizu to Sapporo train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Tokachi-Shimizu station.

Train or bus from Shimizu to Sapporo?

The best way to get from Shimizu to Sapporo is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs ¥3800 - ¥5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 - ¥3100 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Shimizu to Sapporo bus arrive?

Shimizu to Sapporo bus services, operated by 北海道バス, arrive at 札幌駅前 station.

Where does the Shimizu to Sapporo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shimizu to Sapporo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimizu to Sapporo is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Shimizu to Sapporo.

Where can I stay near Sapporo?

There are 1972+ hotels available in Sapporo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tokachi-Shimizu to Sapporotrain Tokachi / ...
2h 24m
¥3,800–5,000
Drive 151.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimizu to Sapporocar 151.9 km
1h 48m
¥2,630–3,799
Bus
1. Take the bus from 清水 to 札幌駅前bus 札幌～帯広
2h 33m
¥2,800–3,100

Shimizu to Sapporo by bus

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2h 33mAverage Duration

¥2,800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.1 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Shimizu, Hokkaido, Japan and Sapporo, Japan?

JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company) operates a train from Tokachi-Shimizu to Sapporo every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,800–5,000 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, 北海道バス operates a bus from 清水 to 札幌駅前 twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,700–4,000 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Hokkaido Takushoku Bus also services this route twice daily.

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