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

The cheapest way to get from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Wakkanai and Sounkyo Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge. However, there are services departing from 中央５丁目 and arriving at Sounkyo BT via 鬼志別ターミナル and Asahikawa Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

How far is it from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge?

The distance between Wakkanai and Sounkyo Gorge is 327 km. The road distance is 258.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 38m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge, including transfers.

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

Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge bus services, operated by Soya Bus, depart from 中央５丁目 station.

Where does the Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge bus arrive?

Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge bus services, operated by Soya Bus, arrive at 鬼志別ターミナル station.

Can I drive from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge is 259 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorge.

Where can I stay near Sounkyo Gorge?

There are 35+ hotels available in Sounkyo Gorge.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakkanai to Asahikawatrain Sarobetsu / ...
2. Take the bus from Asahikawa Station to Sounkyo BTbus Sounkyo/Kamikawa / ...
6h 38m
¥6,417–9,147
Drive 258.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakkanai to Sounkyo Gorgecar 258.5 km
3h 34m
¥4,478–6,468
Bus
1. Take the bus from 中央５丁目 to 鬼志別ターミナルbus
2. Take the bus from 鬼志別ターミナル to 旭川駅前bus
3. Take the bus from Asahikawa Station to Sounkyo BTbus
10h 34m
¥6,269–9,450

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Distance: 326.8 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a bus from 中央５丁目 to Sounkyo BT via 鬼志別ターミナル and Asahikawa Station in around 10h 34m.

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