How to travel from Hakodate to Hirosaki, Japan

The distance between Hakodate and Hirosaki is around 148km (92 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Hakodate to Hirosaki 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 HirosakiHakodate if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Shin-Aomori and then to Hirosaki.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥7,255($53)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Fly

Fly from Hakodate (HKD) to Aomori (AOJ).

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    ¥21,080($155)
Operated byAll Nippon Airways+ 2 others
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Aomori Ferry Terminal.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ¥3,420($25)
Operated by

Seikan Ferry

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Shin Hakodate Hokuto then take the train to Shin-Aomori then take the bus to Hirosaki BT.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥8,760($64)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Oma then drive to Hirosaki.

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥5,750($42)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hakodate and Hirosaki

There are several options for getting from Hakodate to Hirosaki by train, bus, ferry, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around ¥3,420 ($25) and will take around 4h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥7,255 ($53).

The distance between Hakodate and Hirosaki is around 148km (92 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 132km (82 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Hakodate and Hirosaki by train.

The quickest way to get from Hakodate to Hirosaki is to take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx ¥7,255 ($53).

The cheapest way to travel between Hakodate and Hirosaki is to take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥3,420 ($25) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hakodate and Hirosaki. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hakodate to Hirosaki. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Shin-Aomori. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 2hrs.

Japan Railways Shinkansen, Japan Railways (JR) and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Hakodate and Hirosaki. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 2hrs, 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 Hirosaki. We recommend that you take the train to Shin-Aomori and then to Hirosaki. instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Hakodate and Hirosaki. The ferry typically takes around 4h 40m and departs every 4 hours.

Seikan Ferry run the ferry services between Hakodate and Hirosaki. Ferries run every 4 hours and take around 4h 40m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Hakodate and Hirosaki. Flights depart from Hakodate (HKD) and arrive at Aomori (AOJ) - via New Chitose (CTS). The flight takes around 1h 30m.

There is no direct flight from Hakodate to Hirosaki. There is however a flight that goes via New Chitose (CTS). This services will take at least 2h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Hakodate to Hirosaki typically takes around 1h 30m. Flights depart from Hakodate (HKD) and and arrive into Aomori (AOJ).

The closest major airport to Hirosaki is Aomori Airport (AOJ) (AOJ) which is approximately 24km (15 miles) from Hirosaki. Odate–Noshiro Airport (ONJ) (ONJ) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) 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 Hirosaki. We recommend that you take the train to Shin-Aomori and then to Hirosaki. instead which will take 2hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hakodate to Hirosaki is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around ¥7,255 ($53).

How do I get from Hakodate to Hirosaki

Compare travel optionsbetween Hakodate and Hirosaki

Transport options from Hakodate to Hirosaki
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2hrs
¥7,255($53)
every 2 hours200km (124 miles)
Fly
2h 45m
¥21,080($155)
hourly413km (256 miles)
Ferry
4h 40m
¥3,420($25)
5 times a day148km (92 miles)
Bus and Train
3h 15m
¥8,760($64)
every 4 hours206km (128 miles)
Ferry and Car
4h 15m
¥5,750($42)
twice daily230km (143 miles)

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Airports near Hirosaki

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

AOJ
Aomori Airport (AOJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
24km (15 miles) from Hirosaki
ONJ
Odate–Noshiro Airport (ONJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
46km (28 miles) from Hirosaki
CTS
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
International Airport
Distance
263km (163 miles) from Hirosaki