Sapporo to Kamakura by train
Kamakura lies 876 km (544 mi) south of Sapporo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 48 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 1,069 km (664 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sapporo | Kamakura | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2 million | 172,929 |
| 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 | Kamakura Station, Inamuragasaki Station, Kamakurakōkōmae Station |
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Common questions
How far is Kamakura from Sapporo?
876 km (544 mi) in a straight line, south of Sapporo; by road roughly 1,069 km (664 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Kamakura by train?
About 4 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sapporo and Kamakura?
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.