How to travel from Kyoto to Obihiro, Japan
The distance between Kyoto and Obihiro is around 1,261km (784 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Kyoto 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 → Kyoto if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Obihiro (OBO).
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time2h 45m
- Typical cost¥37,785($275)
+ 2 others3 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Minami-Chitose and then to Obihiro.
- Duration11h 20m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥45,450($330)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Tokyo then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Minami-Chitose then take the bus to Obihiro Station Bus Terminal.
- Duration16h 60m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥39,290($285)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Tsuruga then take a ferry to Tomakomai West Port Ferry Terminal then drive to Obihiro.
- Duration24hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥22,040($160)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kyoto and Obihiro
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kyoto to Obihiro by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥22,040 ($160) and will take around 24hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥37,785 ($275).
The distance between Kyoto and Obihiro is around 1,261km (784 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,088km (676 miles)
It takes around 4h 25m to get from Kyoto and Obihiro by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kyoto to Obihiro is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ¥37,785 ($275).
The cheapest way to travel between Kyoto and Obihiro is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥22,040 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Kyoto and Obihiro. It typically takes around 11h 20m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Kyoto to Obihiro. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kyoto, Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Minami-Chitose. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 20m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Kyoto and Obihiro. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 11h 20m, 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 Kyoto and Obihiro. We recommend that you fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Obihiro (OBO). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kyoto and Obihiro. Flights depart from Osaka Itami (ITM) and arrive at Obihiro (OBO) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 45m.
There is no direct flight from Kyoto to Obihiro. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kyoto to Obihiro typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Osaka Itami (ITM) 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 Kyoto to Obihiro. We recommend that you fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Obihiro (OBO). instead which will take 4h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kyoto to Obihiro is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ¥37,785 ($275).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kyoto and Obihiro
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 25m | ¥37,785($275) | every 4 hours | 1,327km (825 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 25m | ¥43,535($320) | every 4 hours | 1,389km (863 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 60m | ¥33,540($245) | every 2 hours | 1,261km (784 miles) |
| Train to Shin-Kobe, plane | 5hrs | ¥33,815($245) | every 2 hours | 1,325km (823 miles) |
Train | 11h 20m | ¥45,450($330) | every 3 hours | 1,730km (1,075 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 16h 60m | ¥39,290($285) | twice daily | 1,714km (1,065 miles) |
| Train, Ferry and Bus | 1 day 2h | ¥26,010($190) | once daily | 1,367km (850 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 24hrs | ¥22,040($160) | once daily | 1,288km (800 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kyoto and Obihiro
Airlines
AIRDO
Skymark Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Bus companies
Kintetsu Bus
Hokuto Kotsu
Obiun Kanko
Hokkaido Chuo Bus
Train operators
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