Sapporo to Aomori by train
Aomori lies 255 km (159 mi) south of Sapporo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 24 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 312 km (194 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sapporo | Aomori | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2 million | 298,394 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Shin-Sapporo Station, Kami-Nopporo Station, Ainosato-kōen Station | Aomori Station, Higashi-Aomori Station, Tsutsui Station |
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Common questions
How far is Aomori from Sapporo?
255 km (159 mi) in a straight line, south of Sapporo; by road roughly 312 km (194 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Aomori by train?
About 1 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sapporo and Aomori?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.