How to travel from Shizuoka to Kitami, Japan
The distance between Shizuoka and Kitami is around 1,206km (750 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 60m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Shizuoka to Kitami 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 Kitami → Shizuoka if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Shizuoka (FSZ) to Memambetsu (MMB).
- Duration4hrs
- Flight time2h 25m
- Typical cost¥33,540($245)
+ 2 others2 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Sapporo(Jr) and then to Kitami(Hokkaido).
- Duration13h 20m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥42,440($310)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Sapporo(Jr) then take the bus to 北見駅前［南口］.
- Duration16h 35m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost¥37,920($275)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Oarai then take a ferry to Tomakomai then drive to Kitami.
- Duration24h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥26,970($195)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Shizuoka and Kitami
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Shizuoka to Kitami by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around ¥23,135 ($170) and will take around 3h 60m.
The distance between Shizuoka and Kitami is around 1,206km (750 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,089km (677 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Shizuoka and Kitami by plane.
The quickest way to get from Shizuoka to Kitami is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 60m and will set you back approx ¥23,135 ($170).
The cheapest way to travel between Shizuoka and Kitami is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around ¥23,135 ($170) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Shizuoka and Kitami. It typically takes around 13h 20m and departs twice daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Shizuoka to Kitami. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Tokyo, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and Sapporo(Jr). These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 13h 20m.
Japan Railways Shinkansen and Japan Railways Limited Express run train services between Shizuoka and Kitami. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 13h 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 Shizuoka and Kitami. We recommend that you take the train to Shinagawa then fly from Tokyo Haneda (HND) to Memambetsu (MMB). instead which will take 3h 60m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Shizuoka and Kitami. Flights depart from Shizuoka (FSZ) and arrive at Memambetsu (MMB) - via New Chitose (CTS). The flight takes around 2h 25m.
There is no direct flight from Shizuoka to Kitami. There is however a flight that goes via New Chitose (CTS). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Shizuoka to Kitami typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Shizuoka (FSZ) and and arrive into Memambetsu (MMB).
The closest major airport to Kitami is Memanbetsu Airport (MMB) (MMB) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Kitami. 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 Shizuoka to Kitami. We recommend that you fly from Shizuoka (FSZ) to Memambetsu (MMB). instead which will take 4hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Shizuoka to Kitami is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ¥33,540 ($245).
Compare travel optionsbetween Shizuoka and Kitami
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 4hrs | ¥33,540($245) | every 4 hours | 1,281km (796 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 60m | ¥23,135($170) | hourly | 1,206km (750 miles) |
| Train to Nagoya, Fly | 4h 20m | ¥51,610($375) | hourly | 1,431km (889 miles) |
Train | 13h 20m | ¥42,440($310) | twice daily | 1,606km (998 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 16h 35m | ¥37,920($275) | 4 times a day | 1,653km (1,027 miles) |
| Bus to Tokyo Station Yaesu Exit, train | 17h 20m | ¥41,345($300) | once daily | 1,588km (987 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 24h 40m | ¥26,970($195) | twice daily | 1,395km (867 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Shizuoka and Kitami
Bus companies
JR Bus Kanto
北海道バス
Shizutetsu Bus
Hakodate Teisan Bus
Hokkaido Access Network
Ferry operators
Ferry Sunflower
Airlines
Fuji Dream
AIRDO
Train operators
Airports near Kitami
The following major airports near Kitami offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Memanbetsu Airport (MMB)
- Distance
- 23km (14 miles) from Kitami
Kushiro Airport (KUH)
- Distance
- 88km (54 miles) from Kitami
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 212km (132 miles) from Kitami