How to travel from Shikoku to Chitose, Japan
The distance between Shikoku and Chitose is around 1,264km (786 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 10m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Shikoku to Chitose by train, plane, 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 Chitose → Shikoku if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kochi (KCZ) to New Chitose (CTS).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost¥30,530($225)
+ 1 others5 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Train
Take the train to Okayama, Tokyo then Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Minami-Chitose.
- Duration12h 45m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥48,735($355)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Takamatsu Chuo Interchange Bus Terminal and then to Kyōto then take the train to Tokyo and then to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then take the bus to Hirafu Welcome Center and then to New Chitose Airport Domestic Terminal.
- Duration16h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥53,115($390)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Car and Ferry
Drive to Maizuru then take a ferry to Otaru then drive to Chitose.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥24,640($180)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Shikoku and Chitose
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Shikoku to Chitose by train, plane, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥24,640 ($180) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥30,530 ($225).
The distance between Shikoku and Chitose is around 1,264km (786 miles).
It takes around 4h 20m to get from Shikoku and Chitose by train and plane.
The quickest way to get from Shikoku to Chitose is to fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥30,530 ($225).
The cheapest way to travel between Shikoku and Chitose is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥24,640 ($180) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Shikoku and Chitose. It typically takes around 12h 45m and departs every 3 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Shikoku to Chitose. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kochiekimae, Okayama, Tokyo and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 12h 45m.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Shikoku and Chitose. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 12h 45m, 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 Shikoku and Chitose. We recommend that you fly from Kochi (KCZ) to New Chitose (CTS). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Shikoku and Chitose. Flights depart from Kochi (KCZ) and arrive at New Chitose (CTS) - via Osaka Itami (ITM). The flight takes around 2h 30m.
There is no direct flight from Shikoku to Chitose. There is however a flight that goes via Osaka Itami (ITM). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).
The flight from Shikoku to Chitose typically takes around 2h 30m. Flights depart from Kochi (KCZ) and and arrive into New Chitose (CTS).
The closest major airport to Chitose is New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Chitose. Okadama Airport (OKD) (OKD) and Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) (AKJ) 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 Shikoku to Chitose. We recommend that you take the train to Matsuyama(Ehime) then fly from Matsuyama (MYJ) to New Chitose (CTS). instead which will take 4h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Shikoku to Chitose is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around ¥43,670 ($320).
Compare travel optionsbetween Shikoku and Chitose
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 5 similar | 3h 10m | ¥30,530($225) | every 4 hours | 1,267km (787 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, Fly | 4h 5m | ¥33,405($245) | 5 times a day | 1,264km (786 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, plane | 4h 15m | ¥33,265($245) | hourly | 1,306km (811 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 20m | ¥43,670($320) | hourly | 1,416km (880 miles) |
| Train to Okayama, plane | 4h 40m | ¥36,825($270) | hourly | 1,319km (820 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Plane | 5h 10m | ¥39,425($290) | hourly | 1,520km (945 miles) |
Train | 12h 45m | ¥48,735($355) | every 3 hours | 1,927km (1,197 miles) |
Bus and Train + 2 similar | 16h 25m | ¥53,115($390) | once daily | 1,973km (1,226 miles) |
| Bus to Sannomiya BT, train | 22h 45m | ¥42,575($310) | once daily | 1,837km (1,141 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 1 day 4h | ¥30,800($225) | once daily | 1,485km (923 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 2h | ¥24,640($180) | once daily | 1,503km (934 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Shikoku and Chitose
Bus companies
Chugoku JR Bus Company
JR Shikoku Bus
Hakodate Teisan Bus
Hokkaido Access Network
Good Sports
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Airlines
Ibex Airlines
AIRDO
Train operators
Airports near Chitose
The following major airports near Chitose offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 4km (3 miles) from Chitose
Okadama Airport (OKD)
- Distance
- 39km (24 miles) from Chitose
Asahikawa Airport (AKJ)
- Distance
- 115km (71 miles) from Chitose