Sapporo to Hakodate by train
Hakodate lies 152 km (95 mi) south of Sapporo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 50 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 186 km (115 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sapporo | Hakodate | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2 million | 275,730 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Shin-Sapporo Station, Kami-Nopporo Station, Ainosato-kōen Station | Goryōkaku Station, Kikyō Station, Sakae-Cho Station |
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Common questions
How far is Hakodate from Sapporo?
152 km (95 mi) in a straight line, south of Sapporo; by road roughly 186 km (115 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Hakodate by train?
About 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sapporo and Hakodate?
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.