How to travel from Kobe to Asahikawa, Japan
The distance between Kobe and Asahikawa is around 1,258km (782 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Kobe to Asahikawa by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Asahikawa → Kobe if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Asahikawa (AKJ).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical cost¥25,325($185)
+ 3 others3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Sapporo(Jr) and then to Asahikawa.
- Duration11h 35m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥46,545($340)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Maizuru Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Otaru then take the bus to ３条９丁目.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥23,955($175)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train, Ferry and Bus
Take the train to Tsuruga then take a ferry to Tomakomai West Port Ferry Terminal then take the bus to 札幌駅前ｂｔ then take the train to Asahikawa.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥28,340($205)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Asahikawa.
- Duration24h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥22,450($165)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kobe and Asahikawa
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kobe to Asahikawa by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥22,450 ($165) and will take around 24h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥25,325 ($185).
The distance between Kobe and Asahikawa is around 1,258km (782 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,181km (734 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Kobe and Asahikawa by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kobe to Asahikawa is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ¥25,325 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Kobe and Asahikawa is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥22,450 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kobe and Asahikawa. It typically takes around 11h 35m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kobe to Asahikawa. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Sapporo(Jr). These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 35m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Kobe and Asahikawa. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 11h 35m, 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 Kobe and Asahikawa. We recommend that you fly from Kobe (UKB) to Asahikawa (AKJ). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kobe and Asahikawa. Flights depart from Kobe (UKB) and arrive at Asahikawa (AKJ) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Kobe to Asahikawa. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kobe to Asahikawa typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Kobe (UKB) and and arrive into Asahikawa (AKJ).
The closest major airport to Asahikawa is Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) (AKJ) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Asahikawa. Okadama Airport (OKD) (OKD) 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 Kobe to Asahikawa. We recommend that you fly from Kobe (UKB) to Asahikawa (AKJ). instead which will take 3h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kobe to Asahikawa is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ¥25,325 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kobe and Asahikawa
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 3h 45m | ¥25,325($185) | every 4 hours | 1,385km (860 miles) |
| Fly to Asahikawa (AKJ) | 4h 10m | ¥24,640($180) | every 4 hours | 1,388km (863 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 60m | ¥29,160($215) | every 4 hours | 1,353km (841 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 40m | ¥33,265($245) | hourly | 1,258km (782 miles) |
Train | 11h 35m | ¥46,545($340) | every 3 hours | 1,800km (1,118 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 2h | ¥23,955($175) | once daily | 1,504km (935 miles) |
| Bus to Tsuruga IC, ferry | 1 day 3h | ¥25,735($190) | once daily | 1,521km (945 miles) |
Train, Ferry and Bus | 1 day 2h | ¥28,340($205) | once daily | 1,398km (869 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 24h 45m | ¥22,450($165) | once daily | 1,360km (845 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kobe and Asahikawa
Airlines
AIRDO
Skymark Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Bus companies
Nihon Kotsu
北海道バス
Keifuku Bus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Airports near Asahikawa
The following major airports near Asahikawa offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Asahikawa
Okadama Airport (OKD)
- Distance
- 107km (67 miles) from Asahikawa
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 122km (76 miles) from Asahikawa