How to travel from Kushiro to Kobe, Japan
The distance between Kushiro and Kobe is around 1,301km (808 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 Kushiro to Kobe 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 Kobe → Kushiro if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kushiro (KUH) to Kobe (UKB).
- Duration3h 45m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical cost¥39,700($290)
+ 4 others3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Minami-Chitose, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Tokyo and then to Shin-Kobe.
- Duration13h 25m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥56,130($410)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to 札幌駅前ｂｔ then take a ferry to Maizuru then take the bus to Sannomiya Bus Terminal.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥28,340($205)
Multiple operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to 札幌駅前ｂｔ and then to 新函館北斗駅前 then take the train to Tokyo then take the bus to Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi then take the train to Shin-Kobe.
- Duration22h 10m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥45,860($335)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Otaru then take a ferry to Maizuru then drive to Kobe.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥26,285($190)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kushiro and Kobe
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kushiro to Kobe by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥26,285 ($190) and will take around 1 day 2h. 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 ¥39,700 ($290).
The distance between Kushiro and Kobe is around 1,301km (808 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,217km (756 miles)
It takes around 3h 45m to get from Kushiro and Kobe by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kushiro to Kobe is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx ¥39,700 ($290).
The cheapest way to travel between Kushiro and Kobe is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥26,285 ($190) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kushiro and Kobe. It typically takes around 13h 25m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kushiro to Kobe. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Minami-Chitose, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Tokyo. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 13h 25m.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Kushiro and Kobe. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 13h 25m, 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 Kushiro and Kobe. We recommend that you fly from Kushiro (KUH) to Kobe (UKB). instead which will take 3h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kushiro and Kobe. Flights depart from Kushiro (KUH) and arrive at Kobe (UKB) - via New Chitose (CTS). The flight takes around 2h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Kushiro to Kobe. There is however a flight that goes via New Chitose (CTS). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kushiro to Kobe typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Kushiro (KUH) and and arrive into Kobe (UKB).
The closest major airport to Kobe is Kobe Airport (UKB) (UKB) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Kobe. Itami Airport (ITM) (ITM) and Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) 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 Kushiro to Kobe. We recommend that you fly from Kushiro (KUH) to Kobe (UKB). instead which will take 3h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kushiro to Kobe is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around ¥39,700 ($290).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kushiro and Kobe
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 3h 45m | ¥39,700($290) | hourly | 1,301km (808 miles) |
| Fly to Osaka Itami (ITM) | 4h 15m | ¥40,385($295) | hourly | 1,375km (854 miles) |
| Train to Minami-Chitose, Fly | 6h 5m | ¥32,035($235) | every 4 hours | 1,381km (858 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 6h 20m | ¥42,030($305) | 5 times a day | 1,480km (920 miles) |
Train | 13h 25m | ¥56,130($410) | every 4 hours | 1,923km (1,195 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 5h | ¥28,340($205) | once daily | 1,541km (957 miles) |
Bus and Train | 22h 10m | ¥45,860($335) | once daily | 1,882km (1,169 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 2h | ¥26,285($190) | once daily | 1,537km (955 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kushiro and Kobe
Airlines
AIRDO
Skymark Airlines
Solaseed Air
Bus companies
Hokkaido Chuo Bus
北海道バス
JR Bus Kanto
Nihon Kotsu
Train operators
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Airports near Kobe
The following major airports near Kobe offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Kobe
Itami Airport (ITM)
- Distance
- 25km (16 miles) from Kobe
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 29km (18 miles) from Kobe