How to travel from Kumamoto to Kushiro, Japan
The distance between Kumamoto and Kushiro is around 1,745km (1,085 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Kumamoto to Kushiro 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 Kushiro → Kumamoto if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Kushiro (KUH).
- Duration4h 45m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical cost¥59,005($430)
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Train
Take the train to Hakata, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Minami-Chitose and then to Kushiro(Hokkaido).
- Duration16h 5m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥65,710($480)
Multiple train operators
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 釧路駅前.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥54,760($400)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Kushiro.
- Duration1 day 9h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥33,950($250)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kumamoto and Kushiro
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kumamoto to Kushiro by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥33,950 ($250) and will take around 1 day 9h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥59,005 ($430).
The distance between Kumamoto and Kushiro is around 1,745km (1,085 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,664km (1,034 miles)
It takes around 4h 45m to get from Kumamoto and Kushiro by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kumamoto to Kushiro is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx ¥59,005 ($430).
The cheapest way to travel between Kumamoto and Kushiro is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥33,950 ($250) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kumamoto and Kushiro. It typically takes around 16h 5m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kumamoto to Kushiro. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hakata, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Minami-Chitose. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 16h 5m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Kumamoto and Kushiro. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 16h 5m, 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 Kushiro. We recommend that you fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Kushiro (KUH). instead which will take 4h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kumamoto and Kushiro. Flights depart from Kumamoto (KMJ) and arrive at Kushiro (KUH) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 3h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Kumamoto to Kushiro. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kumamoto to Kushiro typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Kumamoto (KMJ) 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
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Kumamoto to Kushiro. We recommend that you fly from Kumamoto (KMJ) to Kushiro (KUH). instead which will take 4h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kumamoto to Kushiro is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around ¥59,005 ($430).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kumamoto and Kushiro
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 4h 45m | ¥59,005($430) | every 20 mins | 1,830km (1,137 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 45m | ¥65,440($480) | every 20 mins | 1,745km (1,085 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Tosu, Fly | 5h 35m | ¥56,675($415) | every 20 mins | 1,956km (1,215 miles) |
| Fly to Obihiro (OBO), Train | 6h 10m | ¥47,915($350) | every 4 hours | 1,901km (1,181 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 7h 55m | ¥53,390($390) | 5 times a day | 2,080km (1,292 miles) |
Train | 16h 5m | ¥65,710($480) | every 4 hours | 2,539km (1,578 miles) |
Bus and Train | 1 day 8h | ¥54,760($400) | once daily | 2,722km (1,692 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 9h | ¥33,950($250) | once daily | 2,128km (1,323 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kumamoto and Kushiro
Airlines
Solaseed Air
AIRDO
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Bus companies
Nishitetsu
Chugoku JR Bus Company
Bocho Kotsu
北海道バス
Train operators
Airports near Kushiro
The following major airports near Kushiro offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Kushiro Airport (KUH)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Kushiro
Nakashibetsu Airport (SHB)
- Distance
- 80km (49 miles) from Kushiro
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 221km (137 miles) from Kushiro