How to travel from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro, Japan

The distance between Ishigaki Island and Kushiro is around 2,893km (1,797 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro by plane, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Kushiro (KUH).

  • Duration5h 30m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ¥76,525($560)
Operated byAll Nippon Airways+ 4 others
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Plane, Bus and Train

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Nakashibetsu (SHB) then take the bus to 摩周駅 then take the train to Kushiro(Hokkaido).

  • Duration7h 10m
  • Flight time4h 15m
  • Typical cost
    ¥48,460($355)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Plane and Train

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to New Chitose (CTS) then take the train to Kushiro(Hokkaido).

  • Duration8h 10m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ¥51,200($375)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Fly to Obihiro (OBO), Train

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Obihiro (OBO) then take the train to Kushiro(Hokkaido).

  • Duration6h 55m
  • Flight time4h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ¥50,380($370)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Fly to Memambetsu (MMB), Train

Fly from New Ishigaki (ISG) to Memambetsu (MMB) then take the train to Kushiro(Hokkaido).

  • Duration8h 40m
  • Flight time4h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ¥50,380($370)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ishigaki Island and Kushiro

There are several options for getting from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro by plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to fly, then take the bus and then take the train which costs around ¥48,460 ($355) and will take around 7h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥76,525 ($560).

The distance between Ishigaki Island and Kushiro is around 2,893km (1,797 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,777km (1,725 miles)

It takes around 5h 30m to get from Ishigaki Island and Kushiro by plane.

The quickest way to get from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro is to fly which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx ¥76,525 ($560).

The cheapest way to travel between Ishigaki Island and Kushiro is to fly, then take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥48,460 ($355) for a standard one-way ticket.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Ishigaki Island and Kushiro. Flights depart from New Ishigaki (ISG) and arrive at Kushiro (KUH) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 4h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 5h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro typically takes around 4h 10m. Flights depart from New Ishigaki (ISG) and and arrive into Kushiro (KUH).

The closest major airport to Kushiro is Kushiro Airport (KUH) (KUH) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Kushiro. Nakashibetsu Airport (SHB) (SHB) 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

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ¥76,525 ($560).

How do I get from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro

Compare travel optionsbetween Ishigaki Island and Kushiro

Transport options from Ishigaki Island to Kushiro
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 30m
¥76,525($560)
every 20 mins2,893km (1,797 miles)
Plane, Bus and Train
7h 10m
¥48,460($355)
6 times a week3,081km (1,914 miles)
Plane and Train
8h 10m
¥51,200($375)
every 4 hours3,082km (1,915 miles)
Fly to Obihiro (OBO), Train
6h 55m
¥50,380($370)
every 4 hours2,963km (1,841 miles)
Fly to Memambetsu (MMB), Train
8h 40m
¥50,380($370)
5 times a day3,143km (1,953 miles)

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Airports near Kushiro

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

KUH
Kushiro Airport (KUH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
16km (10 miles) from Kushiro
SHB
Nakashibetsu Airport (SHB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
80km (49 miles) from Kushiro
CTS
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
International Airport
Distance
221km (137 miles) from Kushiro