Asahikawa to Kushiro by train
Kushiro lies 185 km (115 mi) south-east of Asahikawa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 1 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 226 km (140 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Asahikawa | Kushiro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 333,530 | 167,875 |
| Elevation | 121 m (397 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Asahikawa Station, Shin-Asahikawa Station, Chikabumi Station | Kushiro Station, Higashi-Kushiro Station, Musa Station |
| Postal codes | 013-0033–905-0003 | 666-0024–710-1201 |
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Common questions
How far is Kushiro from Asahikawa?
185 km (115 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Asahikawa; by road roughly 226 km (140 mi).
How long does it take to get from Asahikawa to Kushiro by train?
About 1 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Asahikawa and Kushiro?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.