How to travel from Asahikawa to Shikoku, Japan

The distance between Asahikawa and Shikoku is around 1,418km (881 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Asahikawa to Shikoku by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ShikokuAsahikawa if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Asahikawa (AKJ) to Kochi (KCZ).

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    ¥25,055($185)
Operated by

AIRDO

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3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Sapporo(Jr), Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo then Okayama and then to Kochi(Kochi).

  • Duration15h 10m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥54,210($395)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to 札幌駅前bt then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Tokyo then take the bus to Harimayabashi.

  • Duration22h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥30,940($225)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Otaru then take a ferry to Maizuru then drive to Kōchi.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥26,010($190)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asahikawa and Shikoku

There are several options for getting from Asahikawa to Shikoku by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around ¥16,015 ($115) and will take around 5h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥25,055 ($185).

The distance between Asahikawa and Shikoku is around 1,418km (881 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,375km (854 miles)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Asahikawa and Shikoku by plane and train.

The quickest way to get from Asahikawa to Shikoku is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx ¥25,055 ($185).

The cheapest way to travel between Asahikawa and Shikoku is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥16,015 ($115) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Asahikawa and Shikoku. It typically takes around 15h 10m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Asahikawa to Shikoku. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Sapporo(Jr), Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo, Okayama and Kochi(Kochi). These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 15h 10m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Asahikawa and Shikoku. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 15h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Asahikawa and Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Asahikawa (AKJ) to Kochi (KCZ). instead which will take 4h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Asahikawa and Shikoku. Flights depart from Asahikawa (AKJ) and arrive at Kochi (KCZ) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Asahikawa to Shikoku. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Asahikawa to Shikoku typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Asahikawa (AKJ) and and arrive into Kochi (KCZ).

The closest major airport to Shikoku is Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ) (KCZ) which is approximately 28km (17 miles) from Shikoku. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) (FUK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Asahikawa to Shikoku. We recommend that you fly from Asahikawa (AKJ) to Matsuyama (MYJ) then take the train to Niihama. instead which will take 5h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asahikawa to Shikoku is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around ¥31,625 ($230).

How do I get from Asahikawa to Shikoku

Compare travel optionsbetween Asahikawa and Shikoku

Transport options from Asahikawa to Shikoku
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
4h 40m
¥25,055($185)
every 4 hours1,586km (985 miles)
Plane and Bus5h 15m
¥16,015($115)
every 4 hours1,569km (975 miles)
Plane and Train5h 25m
¥31,625($230)
every 4 hours1,722km (1,070 miles)
Train and Plane5h 55m
¥34,770($255)
every 2 hours1,418km (881 miles)
Train
15h 10m
¥54,210($395)
every 4 hours2,108km (1,310 miles)
Bus and Train
22h 25m
¥30,940($225)
once daily2,210km (1,373 miles)
Car and Ferry
1 day 3h
¥26,010($190)
once daily1,596km (991 miles)

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Airports near Shikoku

The following major airports near Shikoku offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

KCZ
Kochi Ryoma Airport (KCZ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
28km (17 miles) from Shikoku
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Shikoku
FUK
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
International Airport
Distance
271km (169 miles) from Shikoku