Cities Near Kushiro
Cities near Kushiro, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Obihiro, Kitami, Asahikawa. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Kushiro, Japan is Obihiro, about 59 mi (95 km) away — roughly 1 hr 46 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obihiro | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kitami | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Asahikawa | 115 mi / 185 km | 2 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Iwamizawa | 133 mi / 214 km | 3 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Chitose | 138 mi / 222 km | 3 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Kitahiroshima | 142 mi / 228 km | 3 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Tomakomai | 142 mi / 229 km | 3 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Ebetsu | 143 mi / 230 km | 3 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Sapporo | 153 mi / 246 km | 3 hr 33 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Ishikari | 153 mi / 247 km | 3 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Kushiro
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Obihiro, Kitami. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Kushiro
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Asahikawa, Iwamizawa, Chitose, Kitahiroshima, Tomakomai. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Kushiro include Obihiro, Kitami, Asahikawa, Iwamizawa, Chitose. The closest is Obihiro, about 59 miles (95 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.