How to travel from Kobe to Obihiro, Japan
The distance between Kobe and Obihiro is around 1,253km (779 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Kobe to Obihiro 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 Obihiro → Kobe if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Obihiro (OBO).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical cost¥39,565($290)
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Minami-Chitose and then to Obihiro.
- Duration11h 40m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥45,860($335)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Maizuru Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Otaru then take the bus to 帯広駅バスターミナル.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥25,465($185)
Multiple operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Tokyo station then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Minami-Chitose then take the bus to Obihiro Station Bus Terminal.
- Duration17h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥42,440($310)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Obihiro.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥23,275($170)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kobe and Obihiro
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kobe to Obihiro by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥23,275 ($170) and will take around 1 day 1h. 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 ¥39,565 ($290).
The distance between Kobe and Obihiro is around 1,253km (779 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,147km (713 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Kobe and Obihiro by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kobe to Obihiro is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ¥39,565 ($290).
The cheapest way to travel between Kobe and Obihiro is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥23,275 ($170) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kobe and Obihiro. It typically takes around 11h 40m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kobe to Obihiro. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Minami-Chitose. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 40m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Kobe and Obihiro. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 11h 40m, 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 Obihiro. We recommend that you fly from Kobe (UKB) to Obihiro (OBO). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kobe and Obihiro. Flights depart from Kobe (UKB) and arrive at Obihiro (OBO) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Kobe to Obihiro. 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 Obihiro typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Kobe (UKB) and and arrive into Obihiro (OBO).
The closest major airport to Obihiro is Tokachi-Obihiro Airport (OBO) (OBO) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Obihiro. Kushiro Airport (KUH) (KUH) 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 Obihiro. We recommend that you fly from Kobe (UKB) to Obihiro (OBO). instead which will take 3h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kobe to Obihiro is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ¥39,565 ($290).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kobe and Obihiro
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 3h 45m | ¥39,565($290) | every 4 hours | 1,315km (817 miles) |
| Fly to Obihiro (OBO) | 4h 10m | ¥37,510($275) | every 4 hours | 1,319km (819 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 45m | ¥33,265($245) | every 2 hours | 1,253km (779 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 4h 60m | ¥58,045($425) | twice daily | 1,393km (866 miles) |
Train | 11h 40m | ¥45,860($335) | every 3 hours | 1,795km (1,115 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 3h | ¥25,465($185) | once daily | 1,477km (918 miles) |
Bus and Train | 17h 50m | ¥42,440($310) | once daily | 1,774km (1,102 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 1h | ¥23,275($170) | once daily | 1,420km (883 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kobe and Obihiro
Airlines
AIRDO
Skymark Airlines
Train operators
Bus companies
Jam Jam Liner
Hokuto Kotsu
Obiun Kanko
Nihon Kotsu
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Airports near Obihiro
The following major airports near Obihiro offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Tokachi-Obihiro Airport (OBO)
- Distance
- 21km (13 miles) from Obihiro
Kushiro Airport (KUH)
- Distance
- 82km (51 miles) from Obihiro
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 124km (77 miles) from Obihiro