What is the cheapest way to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari?

The cheapest way to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari is to drive which costs ¥950 - ¥1400 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari?

The fastest way to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari is to drive which takes 50 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct bus between Shibetsu and Shiretoko-Shari?

No, there is no direct bus from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari. However, there are services departing from 病院入口 and arriving at 斜里バスターミナル via 羅臼 and ウトロ温泉バスターミナル. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari?

The distance between Shibetsu and Shiretoko-Shari is 117 km. The road distance is 56 km.

How do I travel from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari without a car?

The best way to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari without a car is to bus which takes 4h 28m and costs ¥2100 - ¥4100.

How long does it take to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari bus from?

Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari bus services, operated by Akan Bus, depart from 病院入口 station.

Where does the Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari bus arrive?

Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari bus services, operated by Akan Bus, arrive at rausu station.

Can I drive from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari?

Yes, the driving distance between Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari is 56 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari.

Where can I stay near Shiretoko-Shari?

There are 17+ hotels available in Shiretoko-Shari.

Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari by bus, car, or taxi

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 病院入口 to rausu
2. Take the bus from 羅臼 to 北こぶし知床ホテル＆リゾート羅臼線
3. Take the bus from ウトロ温泉バスターミナル to 斜里バスターミナル知床線
4h 28m
¥2,117–4,073
Drive 56 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari56 km
50 min
¥955–1,379
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shibetsu to Shiretoko-Shari56 km
50 min
¥16,000–20,000

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Distance: 117 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Shibetsu, Japan and Shiretoko-Shari, Japan?

You can take a bus from 病院入口 to 斜里バスターミナル via 羅臼, 北こぶし知床ホテル＆リゾート, and ウトロ温泉バスターミナル in around 4h 28m.

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