Sapporo to Tsu by train
Tsu lies 1,016 km (631 mi) south-west of Sapporo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 34 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 1,240 km (770 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sapporo | Tsu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2 million | 274,537 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Shin-Sapporo Station, Kami-Nopporo Station, Ainosato-kōen Station | Tsu Station, Akogi Station, Ieki Station |
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Common questions
How far is Tsu from Sapporo?
1,016 km (631 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Sapporo; by road roughly 1,240 km (770 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sapporo to Tsu by train?
About 5 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sapporo and Tsu?
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.