What is the cheapest way to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri?

The cheapest way to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri?

The fastest way to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Sounkyo Gorge and Abashiri?

No, there is no direct bus from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri. However, there are services departing from 層雲峡 and arriving at Abashiri Bus Terminal via 北見 and Memanbetu Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri?

The distance between Sounkyo Gorge and Abashiri is 145 km. The road distance is 134.7 km.

How do I travel from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri without a car?

The best way to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri bus from?

Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri bus services, operated by 北海道バス, depart from 層雲峡 station.

Where does the Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri bus arrive?

Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri bus services, operated by 北海道バス, arrive at 北見バスターミナル station.

Can I drive from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri?

Yes, the driving distance between Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri.

Where can I stay near Abashiri?

There are 44+ hotels available in Abashiri.

Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiri by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from 層雲峡 to 留辺蘂駅前bus 旭川～北見～釧路
2. Take the train from Rubeshibe to Abashiritrain Okhotsk / ...
3h 28m
Drive 134.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sounkyo Gorge to Abashiricar 134.7 km
1h 57m
¥2,321–3,352
Bus
1. Take the bus from 層雲峡 to 北見バスターミナルbus 旭川～北見～釧路
2. Take the bus from 北見 to 女満別空港bus 女満別空港線
4h 12m

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Distance: 145.3 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Sounkyo Gorge, Japan and Abashiri, Japan?

You can take a bus from 層雲峡 to Abashiri Bus Terminal via 北見 and Memanbetu Airport in around 4h 12m.

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