How to travel from Hakodate to Fukushima, Japan
The distance between Hakodate and Fukushima is around 558km (347 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3hrs.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Hakodate to Fukushima by train, bus, ferry, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Fukushima → Hakodate if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the train to Fukushima(Fukushima).
- Duration3hrs
- Flight time1h 45m
- Typical cost¥29,160($215)
Multiple operators
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Train
Take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) and then to Fukushima(Fukushima).
- Duration3h 30m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥16,840($125)
Train and Bus
Take the train to Morioka then take the bus to Hirosedori Ichibancho and then to Fukushima Kencho-mae.
- Duration6h 35m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥14,510($105)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Aomori Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Sendai Station #40 Bus Stop and then to Fukushima Kencho-mae.
- Duration10h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥9,855($72)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Oma then drive to Fukushima.
- Duration8h 10m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥10,405($76)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hakodate and Fukushima
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hakodate to Fukushima by train, bus, ferry, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around ¥9,855 ($72) and will take around 10h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥29,160 ($215).
The distance between Hakodate and Fukushima is around 558km (347 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 447km (278 miles)
It takes around 3h 30m to get from Hakodate and Fukushima by train.
The quickest way to get from Hakodate to Fukushima is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ¥29,160 ($215).
The cheapest way to travel between Hakodate and Fukushima is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around ¥9,855 ($72) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Hakodate and Fukushima. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Hakodate to Fukushima. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr). These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 30m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Hakodate and Fukushima. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 3h 30m, 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 Hakodate and Fukushima. We recommend that you fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the train to Fukushima(Fukushima). instead which will take 3hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hakodate to Fukushima. We recommend that you fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the train to Fukushima(Fukushima). instead which will take 3hrs.
The closest major airport to Fukushima is Fukushima Airport (FKS) (FKS) which is approximately 59km (37 miles) from Fukushima. Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) (HND) 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 Hakodate to Fukushima. We recommend that you take the train to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) and then to Fukushima(Fukushima). instead which will take 3h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hakodate to Fukushima is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around ¥16,840 ($125).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hakodate and Fukushima
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 4 similar | 3hrs | ¥29,160($215) | hourly | 749km (465 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), Train | 3h 50m | ¥20,260($150) | hourly | 981km (609 miles) |
| Fly to Fukushima (FKS), Train | 3h 60m | ¥35,595($260) | every 3 hours | 1,513km (940 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5h 30m | ¥32,170($235) | every 3 hours | 881km (548 miles) |
| Train to Minami-Chitose, plane | 5h 45m | ¥34,500($250) | every 3 hours | 974km (605 miles) |
Train | 3h 30m | ¥16,840($125) | every 3 hours | 585km (364 miles) |
Train and Bus | 6h 35m | ¥14,510($105) | every 3 hours | 605km (376 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 10h 40m | ¥9,855($72) | twice daily | 581km (361 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 8h 10m | ¥10,405($76) | twice daily | 558km (347 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hakodate and Fukushima
Airlines
AIRDO
Ibex Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Bus companies
JR Bus Tōhoku
Konan Bus
Ferry operators
Seikan Ferry
Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry
Train operators
Airports near Fukushima
The following major airports near Fukushima offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Fukushima Airport (FKS)
- Distance
- 59km (37 miles) from Fukushima
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 220km (137 miles) from Fukushima
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Distance
- 253km (157 miles) from Fukushima