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

The cheapest way to get from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano is to drive which costs ¥4800 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥4800 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Shiretoko-Shari and Shimo-furano?

No, there is no direct bus from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano. However, there are services departing from Shari Bus Terminal and arriving at 十字街(旭・西） via 女満別空港, 北見バスターミナル and 旭川駅前. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Shiretoko-Shari and Shimo-furano?

No, there is no direct train from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano. However, there are services departing from Shiretoko-Shari and arriving at Furano via Abashiri and Asahikawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano?

The distance between Shiretoko-Shari and Shimo-furano is 324 km. The road distance is 283.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano without a car is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano, including transfers.

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

Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano bus services, operated by Abashiri Bus, depart from Shari Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano train from?

Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Abashiri station.

Train or bus from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano?

The best way to get from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano is to train which takes 7h 54m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥8000 and takes 9h 47m.

Where does the Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano bus arrive?

Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano bus services, operated by Abashiri Bus, arrive at Memanbetu Airport station.

Where does the Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano train arrive?

Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Asahikawa station.

Can I drive from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano is 284 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano.

Where can I stay near Shimo-furano?

There are 373+ hotels available in Shimo-furano.

Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Abashiri to Asahikawa[188372] Ltd. Exp Taisetsu 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Asahikawa to Furano[39288] JR Furano / ...
7h 54m
¥7,942–11,200
Drive 283.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiretoko-Shari to Shimo-furano283.8 km
4h 1m
¥4,799–6,931
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shari Bus Terminal to Memanbetu Airport
2. Take the bus from 北見バスターミナル to 旭川駅前
3. Take the bus from 旭川駅前 to 十字街(旭・西）旭川線
9h 47m
¥5,076–7,947
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shari Bus Terminal to Abashiri Station
2. Take the train from Abashiri to Asahikawa
3. Take the bus from 旭川駅前 to 十字街(旭・西）旭川線
8h 15m
¥7,511–11,149

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Distance: 323.8 km
Duration: 7h 54m

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

You can take a train from Shiretoko-Shari to Furano via Abashiri and Asahikawa in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shari Bus Terminal to 十字街(旭・西） via 女満別空港, 北見バスターミナル, and 旭川駅前 in around 9h 47m.

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