What is the cheapest way to get from Iwate to Sendai?

The cheapest way to get from Iwate to Sendai is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iwate to Sendai?

The fastest way to get from Iwate to Sendai is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Iwate and Sendai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Iwate-Numakunai and arriving at Sendai. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Iwate to Sendai?

The distance between Iwate and Sendai is 202 km. The road distance is 210.3 km.

How do I travel from Iwate to Sendai without a car?

The best way to get from Iwate to Sendai without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

How long does it take to get from Iwate to Sendai?

The train from Iwate-Numakunai to Sendai takes 57 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Iwate to Sendai train from?

Iwate to Sendai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Iwate-Numakunai station.

Where does the Iwate to Sendai train arrive?

Iwate to Sendai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Sendai station.

Can I drive from Iwate to Sendai?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwate to Sendai is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Iwate to Sendai.

Where can I stay near Sendai?

There are 253+ hotels available in Sendai.

Iwate to Sendai - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Iwate to Sendai 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 Iwate-Numakunai to Sendaitrain Hayabusa
57 min
¥5,500–8,500
Drive 210.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iwate to Sendaicar 210.3 km
2h 29m
¥3,497–5,051
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Iwate-Numakunai to Moriokatrain [148230] Iwate Galaxy/Aoimori Railway / ...
2. Take the bus from Morioka to Hirosedori Ichibanchobus
3h 30m
¥5,634–7,053

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 202.3 km
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Iwate, Japan and Sendai, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Iwate-Numakunai to Sendai every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,500 and the journey takes 57 min.

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