Sapporo to Niihama by train
Niihama lies 1,230 km (764 mi) south-west of Sapporo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 44 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 1,500 km (932 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sapporo | Niihama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2 million | 123,059 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Shin-Sapporo Station, Kami-Nopporo Station, Ainosato-kōen Station | Niihama Station, Nakahagi Station, Takihama Station |
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Common questions
How far is Niihama from Sapporo?
1,230 km (764 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Sapporo; by road roughly 1,500 km (932 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Niihama by train?
About 6 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sapporo and Niihama?
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.