How to travel from Kumamoto to Asahikawa, Japan

The distance between Kumamoto and Asahikawa is around 1,717km (1,067 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Kumamoto to Asahikawa 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 AsahikawaKumamoto if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Asahikawa (AKJ).

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time3h 10m
  • Typical cost
    ¥27,105($200)
Operated byAll Nippon Airways+ 3 others

3 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Hakata, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Sapporo(Jr) and then to Asahikawa.

  • Duration14h 40m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥62,975($460)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then Yudaonsen Dori and then to Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Sapporo(Jr) then take the bus to 3条9丁目.

  • Duration1 day 4h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥51,475($375)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Asahikawa.

  • Duration1 day 7h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥31,485($230)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kumamoto and Asahikawa

There are several options for getting from Kumamoto to Asahikawa by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around ¥27,105 ($200) and will take around 4h 35m.

The distance between Kumamoto and Asahikawa is around 1,717km (1,067 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,602km (996 miles)

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Kumamoto and Asahikawa by plane.

The quickest way to get from Kumamoto to Asahikawa is to fly which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx ¥27,105 ($200).

The cheapest way to travel between Kumamoto and Asahikawa is to fly which will typically cost around ¥27,105 ($200) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kumamoto and Asahikawa. It typically takes around 14h 40m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Kumamoto to Asahikawa. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hakata, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Sapporo(Jr). These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 14h 40m.

Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Kumamoto and Asahikawa. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 14h 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 Kumamoto and Asahikawa. We recommend that you fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Asahikawa (AKJ). instead which will take 4h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kumamoto and Asahikawa. Flights depart from Kumamoto (KMJ) and arrive at Asahikawa (AKJ) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 3h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Kumamoto to Asahikawa. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kumamoto to Asahikawa typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Kumamoto (KMJ) 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 Kumamoto to Asahikawa. We recommend that you fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Asahikawa (AKJ). instead which will take 4h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kumamoto to Asahikawa is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around ¥27,105 ($200).

How do I get from Kumamoto to Asahikawa

Compare travel optionsbetween Kumamoto and Asahikawa

Transport options from Kumamoto to Asahikawa
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
4h 35m
¥27,105($200)
every 4 hours1,842km (1,145 miles)
Train and Plane4h 55m
¥33,540($245)
every 4 hours1,933km (1,201 miles)
Train to Shin-Tosu, Fly5h 15m
¥27,515($200)
5 times a day1,968km (1,223 miles)
Plane and Train5h 35m
¥45,315($330)
hourly1,717km (1,067 miles)
Train
14h 40m
¥62,975($460)
every 3 hours2,416km (1,502 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 4h
¥51,475($375)
once daily2,646km (1,644 miles)
Car and Ferry
1 day 7h
¥31,485($230)
once daily1,960km (1,218 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Kumamoto and Asahikawa

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Airports near Asahikawa

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

AKJ
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Asahikawa
OKD
Okadama Airport (OKD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
107km (67 miles) from Asahikawa
CTS
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
International Airport
Distance
122km (76 miles) from Asahikawa