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HokutoShin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
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First train
06:39
Last train
18:40
Travel duration
4h 18m
Daily departures
8
Departure station
Hokuto
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Tokyo
Ticket price
from $149
Fastest trip
3h 57m
Longest trip
4h 33m
Trains to Hokuto
Inbound long-distance trains reach Hokuto at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station. Hokkaido Shinkansen services from Tokyo arrive in about 4h to 4h30m, while trains from Sendai reach Hokuto in around 2h30m. Services from Morioka arrive in about 1h50m, and trains from Shin-Aomori reach Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto in roughly 1h after passing through the Seikan Tunnel. From within southern Hokkaido, JR Hokkaido trains from Hakodate arrive in around 15m to 25m. Limited express services from Sapporo reach Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto in roughly 3h30m to 4h, depending on the train and timetable.
Visiting Hokuto
Hokuto is a key rail hub in southern Hokkaido because Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station is the northern operating terminal of the Hokkaido Shinkansen. The city has one main long-distance station and several regional stops, with JR Hokkaido, JR East, and Donan Isaribi Railway present on different parts of the network.
Train services from Hokuto include Hokkaido Shinkansen Hayabusa and Hayate services, JR Hokkaido limited express trains toward the Sapporo corridor, local JR Hakodate Main Line trains, and Donan Isaribi Railway regional trains along the coast toward Kikonai and Hakodate. Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto is the main train station for long-distance train tickets, while Kamiiso and Kiyokawaguchi serve local coastal travel.
Rail routes from Hokuto run south through the Seikan Tunnel toward Shin-Aomori, Sendai, and Tokyo, north through Hokkaido toward Sapporo, and west along the coast toward Kikonai. Nearby Hakodate is linked by JR local and limited express trains from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. Book trains from and to Hokuto online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Hokuto
From Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Hokkaido Shinkansen services run south through the Seikan Tunnel toward Shin-Aomori, Morioka, Sendai, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. JR Hokkaido and JR East operate this through corridor, making Hokuto the key Shinkansen access point for southern Hokkaido.
Within Hokkaido, JR Hokkaido limited express trains run north toward the Sapporo corridor via the Hakodate Main Line, while local JR trains connect Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto with Hakodate. Donan Isaribi Railway serves coastal regional trips from Hokuto toward Kamiiso, Moheji, Kikonai, Goryokaku, and Hakodate, linking smaller stations with the wider rail network.
Hokuto
Hokuto - Located in Yamanashi Prefecture, known for its mountain views and the Suntory Hakushu Distillery. Kobuchizawa Station serves as the main gateway to the region.
Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
Station
4h 18m
Tokyo
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Tokyo Station
StationTrain Operators Serving Hokuto
JR Hokkaido operates the Hokkaido Shinkansen section at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, plus limited express and local Hakodate Main Line services in southern Hokkaido. JR East operates through Tohoku Shinkansen services that continue between Honshu and Hokuto. Donan Isaribi Railway runs regional coastal trains serving stations such as Kamiiso, Kiyokawaguchi, and Moheji. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these operators with the 6 to 12 month advance booking window.
Destinations from Hokuto
Rail services from Hokuto stations
Bullet train services: Hokkaido Shinkansen Hayabusa and Hayate services from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto toward Shin-Aomori, Morioka, Sendai, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. Limited express services: JR Hokkaido trains from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto toward Sapporo and major stations on the Hakodate Main Line. Local JR services: Hakodate Main Line trains linking Hokuto with Hakodate and nearby southern Hokkaido stations. Regional coastal services: Donan Isaribi Railway trains from Hokuto's coastal stations toward Kikonai, Goryokaku, and Hakodate. Airport access: no direct airport rail; passengers transfer by road for Hakodate Airport.
Travel from Hokuto to Tokyo by Limited Express Azusa and visit the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden or the historic Senso-ji Temple in Asakusa.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
4h 18m
Tokyo
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Sapporo by Limited Express Hokuto and visit the Odori Park or explore the historic buildings in the village of Hokkaido.
Frequency
21 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
3h 28m
Sapporo
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Aomori by Shinkansen and explore the Aomori Museum of Art or visit the historical Sannai Maruyama Special Historical Site.
Hokuto
Japan
59m
Aomori
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Sendai by rail and explore the Sendai City Museum or visit the historic ruins of Sendai Castle in the Aoba district.
Frequency
9 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
2h 47m
Sendai
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Morioka by train and experience the scenic beauty of Lake Tazawa or visit the historic Koiwai Farm.
Hokuto
Japan
1h 59m
Morioka
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Toya by train and enjoy the beautiful landscapes around Lake Toya or visit the hot springs at Toyako Onsen.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
1h 35m
Toya
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Oshamambe by train and visit the scenic Lake Toya or enjoy the hot springs at Noboribetsu Onsen.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
1h 9m
Oshamambe
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Ueno by Limited Express and visit Ueno Park, which features several museums like the Tokyo National Museum and Ueno Zoo.
Frequency
7 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
4h 14m
Ueno
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Hanamaki by train and enjoy the scenic views of the Iwate countryside or visit the Geibi Gorge for its stunning rock formations.
Frequency
1 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
2h 21m
Hanamaki
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Saitama by train and visit the Saitama Super Arena or explore the Omiya Bonsai Village.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
3h 53m
Saitama
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Hakodate by train and enjoy fresh seafood at the famous Hakodate Morning Market or visit the breathtaking views from Mount Hakodate.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
14m
Hakodate
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Noboribetsu by train and visit the famous Noboribetsu Onsen hot springs or enjoy the scenic views at Hell Valley (Jigokudani).
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
2h 16m
Noboribetsu
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Hachinohe by train and discover the scenic views of the Shirakami-Sanchi UNESCO World Heritage Site or visit the Hachinohe Yatai Village.
Hokuto
Japan
1h 27m
Hachinohe
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Kikonai by Limited Express and enjoy views of Mount Komagatake or visit the Kikonai Museum of History.
Hokuto
Japan
12m
Kikonai
Japan
Travel from Hokuto to Minamichitose by train and visit the scenic Lake Shikotsu or the historical Shikotsu-Toya National Park.
Frequency
10 times per day
Popular Trains
Hokuto
Japan
2h 59m
Minamichitose
Japan
Hokuto Major Train Stations
Hokuto's main rail station is Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, the Hokkaido Shinkansen terminal in southern Hokkaido and a JR Hokkaido interchange with the Hakodate Main Line. It handles Shinkansen services toward Honshu, limited express services toward the Sapporo corridor, and local trains toward Hakodate. Kamiiso and Kiyokawaguchi are local Donan Isaribi Railway stations serving the coastal side of Hokuto. Moheji and Oshima-Tobetsu also sit on the regional line toward Kikonai. Transfers between Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and coastal Hokuto stations usually require changing through Hakodate or Goryokaku. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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