Kushiro to Morioka by train
Morioka lies 453 km (281 mi) south-west of Kushiro, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 29 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 552 km (343 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kushiro | Morioka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 167,875 | 290,700 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 138 m (453 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Kushiro Station, Higashi-Kushiro Station, Musa Station | Morioka Station, Aoyama Station, Kuriyagawa Station |
| Postal codes | 666-0024–710-1201 | 438-0832–470-2101 |
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Common questions
How far is Morioka from Kushiro?
453 km (281 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kushiro; by road roughly 552 km (343 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kushiro to Morioka by train?
About 2 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kushiro and Morioka?
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.