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

The cheapest way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro. However, there are services departing from 羅臼湖入り口 and arriving at kushiro sta.bus tarminal via rausu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro?

The distance between Shiretoko National Park and Kushiro is 174 km. The road distance is 171.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 39m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro, including transfers.

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

Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro bus services, operated by Akan Bus, depart from rausu station.

Where does the Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro bus arrive?

Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro bus services, operated by Akan Bus, arrive at kushiro sta.bus tarminal station.

Can I drive from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Shiretoko National Park to Kushiro.

Where can I stay near Kushiro?

There are 55+ hotels available in Kushiro.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
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 Kushiro(Hokkaido)train Senmo Line / ...
4h 39m
¥3,554–5,210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from rausu to kushiro sta.bus tarminalbus 釧路羅臼線 [038]
5h 2m
¥2,574–4,428
Drive 171.2 km
1. Drive from ルサフィールドハウス to Kushirocar 171.2 km
2h 36m
¥2,963–4,280

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Distance: 174.4 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

Akan Bus operates a bus from rausu to kushiro sta.bus tarminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,300–3,700 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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