What is the cheapest way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri?

The cheapest way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2300 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri?

The fastest way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Shiretoko National Park and Abashiri?

No, there is no direct bus from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri. However, there are services departing from 知床自然センター and arriving at Michi-no-Eki Ice Breaker Terminal via Michi-no-Eki Utoro-Shiretoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri?

The distance between Shiretoko National Park and Abashiri is 82 km. The road distance is 88.2 km.

How do I travel from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri without a car?

The best way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri without a car is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥1300 - ¥3800.

How long does it take to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri bus from?

Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri bus services, operated by Abashiri Bus, depart from Michi-no-Eki Utoro-Shiretoko station.

Where does the Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri bus arrive?

Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri bus services, operated by Abashiri Bus, arrive at Michi-no-Eki Ice Breaker Terminal station.

Can I drive from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri.

Where can I stay near Abashiri?

There are 44+ hotels available in Abashiri.

Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri by bus, car, or train

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1. Take the bus from Michi-no-Eki Utoro-Shiretoko to Michi-no-Eki Ice Breaker Terminalbus Shiretoko Airport Liner / ...
2h 38m
¥1,304–3,770
Drive 88.2 km
1. Drive from Shiretoko Goko Lakes field House to Abashiricar 88.2 km
1h 19m
¥1,530–2,210
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 知床自然センター to 斜里バスターミナルbus 知床線
2. Take the train from Shiretoko-Shari to Katsuradaitrain Senmo Line / ...
2h 40m
¥1,654–2,710

Shiretoko National Park to Abashiri by foot and bus

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.6 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Shiretoko National Park, Japan and Abashiri, Japan?

Abashiri Bus operates a bus from Michi-no-Eki Utoro-Shiretoko to Michi-no-Eki Ice Breaker Terminal 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Shari Bus also services this route twice daily.

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