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Hakodate to Kushiro by ferry

Kushiro lies 327 km (203 mi) north-east of Hakodate, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

The sea distance is about 327 km (203 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 9 h 55 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.

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The two ends, side by side
HakodateKushiro
CountryJapanJapan
Population275,730167,875
Elevation5 m (16 ft)6 m (20 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)
PortPort of HakodatePort of Kushiro

Where to book ferries from Hakodate to Kushiro

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Staying in Kushiro

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Common questions

How far is Kushiro from Hakodate?

327 km (203 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Hakodate; by road roughly 399 km (248 mi).

How long does it take to get from Hakodate to Kushiro by ferry?

About 9 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Hakodate 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.