Aomori to Kushiro by ferry
Kushiro lies 385 km (239 mi) north-east of Aomori, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 385 km (239 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 11 h 40 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Aomori | Kushiro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 298,394 | 167,875 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Port | Port of Aomori | Port of Kushiro |
| Postal codes | 879-1138 | 666-0024–710-1201 |
Where to book ferries from Aomori to Kushiro
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Staying in Kushiro
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Common questions
How far is Kushiro from Aomori?
385 km (239 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Aomori; by road roughly 470 km (292 mi).
How long does it take to get from Aomori to Kushiro by ferry?
About 11 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aomori and Kushiro?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.