Sapporo Station Hotels: Location and Access
Sapporo Station is the terminal for JR trains from New Chitose Airport and for day trips around Hokkaido. The JR Tower complex sits beside it, and the Chi-Ka-Ho underground walkway (opened 2011) runs south to Odori.
Getting there
JR Rapid Airport trains run from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo Station in about 37 minutes at the fastest. The subway's Sapporo Station (Namboku and Toho lines) is just south of the JR station.
Good for
- Travellers with early flights or heavy luggage
- Day trips by JR to Otaru, Noboribetsu and beyond
- Winter stays: Chi-Ka-Ho lets you walk to Odori underground
Watch out for
- Nightlife is concentrated in Susukino, two subway stops south.
- The station bus terminal closed in 2023 with the Esta building; buses now use temporary stops around the station.
- The area is under redevelopment for the Hokkaido Shinkansen extension.
Booking tips
- Choose a hotel with an underground connection if travelling in winter.
- Confirm your bus stop location in advance if taking a highway bus.
- Several Japanese cities charge an accommodation tax per person per night on top of the room rate. Check whether the listed price includes it.
FAQ
How long is New Chitose Airport to Sapporo Station?
About 37 minutes at the fastest on the JR Rapid Airport.
Can I walk from Sapporo Station to Odori?
Yes. The Chi-Ka-Ho underground walkway connects them.