What is the cheapest way to get from Kitami to Kushiro?

The cheapest way to get from Kitami to Kushiro is to bus which costs ¥2000 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kitami to Kushiro?

The fastest way to get from Kitami to Kushiro is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Kitami and Kushiro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 北見バスターミナル and arriving at 釧路駅前. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kitami and Kushiro?

No, there is no direct train from Kitami to Kushiro. However, there are services departing from Kitami(Hokkaido) and arriving at Kushiro(Hokkaido) via Abashiri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Kitami to Kushiro?

The distance between Kitami and Kushiro is 142 km. The road distance is 137.1 km.

How do I travel from Kitami to Kushiro without a car?

The best way to get from Kitami to Kushiro without a car is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3200.

How long does it take to get from Kitami to Kushiro?

The bus from 北見バスターミナル to 釧路駅前 takes 2h 58m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kitami to Kushiro bus from?

Kitami to Kushiro bus services, operated by Akan Bus, depart from 北見バスターミナル station.

Where do I catch the Kitami to Kushiro train from?

Kitami to Kushiro train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), depart from Kitami(Hokkaido) station.

Train or bus from Kitami to Kushiro?

The best way to get from Kitami to Kushiro is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4600 - ¥8000 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Kitami to Kushiro bus arrive?

Kitami to Kushiro bus services, operated by Akan Bus, arrive at 釧路駅前 station.

Where does the Kitami to Kushiro train arrive?

Kitami to Kushiro train services, operated by JR HOKKAIDO (Hokkaido Railway Company), arrive at Abashiri station.

Can I drive from Kitami to Kushiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitami to Kushiro is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Kitami to Kushiro.

Where can I stay near Kushiro?

There are 61+ hotels available in Kushiro.

Kitami to Kushiro - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kitami to Kushiro by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 北見バスターミナル to 釧路駅前旭川～北見～釧路
2h 58m
¥2,000–3,200
Train
1. Take the train from Kitami(Hokkaido) to Abashiri[39392] Jr Sekihoku / ...
2. Take the train from Abashiri to Kushiro(Hokkaido)[39425] JR Senmo / ...
5h 25m
¥4,654–7,694
Drive 137.1 km
1. Drive from Kitami to Kushiro137.1 km
2h 7m
¥2,328–3,363

Kitami to Kushiro by bus

14Weekly Buses

2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Kitami, Japan and Kushiro, Japan?

Akan Bus operates a bus from 北見バスターミナル to 釧路駅前 twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,000–3,200 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kitami(Hokkaido) to Kushiro(Hokkaido) via Abashiri in around 5h 25m.

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