What is the cheapest way to get from Inakadate to Sakata?

The cheapest way to get from Inakadate to Sakata is to drive which costs ¥4100 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Inakadate to Sakata?

The fastest way to get from Inakadate to Sakata is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Inakadate and Sakata?

No, there is no direct train from Inakadate to Sakata. However, there are services departing from Inakadate and arriving at Sakata(Yamagata) via Hirosaki and Akita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Inakadate to Sakata?

The distance between Inakadate and Sakata is 266 km. The road distance is 241.2 km.

How do I travel from Inakadate to Sakata without a car?

The best way to get from Inakadate to Sakata without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs ¥4000 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Inakadate to Sakata?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Inakadate to Sakata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inakadate to Sakata train from?

Inakadate to Sakata train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Hirosaki station.

Train or bus from Inakadate to Sakata?

The best way to get from Inakadate to Sakata is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs ¥4000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥12000 - ¥14000 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Inakadate to Sakata train arrive?

Inakadate to Sakata train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Akita station.

Can I drive from Inakadate to Sakata?

Yes, the driving distance between Inakadate to Sakata is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Inakadate to Sakata.

Where can I stay near Sakata?

There are 59+ hotels available in Sakata.

Inakadate to Sakata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Inakadate to Sakata by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hirosaki to Akitatrain [187509] Ltd. Exp Tsugaru 2
2. Take the train from Akita to Sakata(Yamagata)train [17581] Jr Uetsu / ...
6h 30m
¥3,998–10,924
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hirosaki BT to Sendaibus
2. Take the bus from Sendai Station to Sakata Shoko BTbus
8h 51m
¥12,466–13,978
Drive 241.2 km
1. Drive from Inakadate to Sakatacar 241.2 km
3h 33m
¥4,148–5,991
Train via Akita
1. Take the train from Hirosaki to Izumi-Sotoasahikawatrain [17235] JR Ou Line Rapid
2. Take the train from Akita to Sakata(Yamagata)train [17581] Jr Uetsu / ...
7h
¥4,098–7,964

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Inakadate to Sakata.

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Distance: 265.9 km
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Inakadate, Japan and Sakata, Japan?

You can take a train from Inakadate to Sakata(Yamagata) via Hirosaki and Akita in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Inakadate to Sakata Shoko BT via Hirosaki BT, Sendai, and Sendai Station in around 8h 51m.

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