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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Murakami is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Murakami is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1500 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Murakami?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Murakami(Niigata). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Sakata to Murakami?

The distance between Sakata and Murakami is 105 km. The road distance is 96.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Murakami without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1500 - ¥4500.

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

The train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Murakami(Niigata) takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Murakami train from?

Sakata to Murakami train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Sakata(Yamagata) station.

Where does the Sakata to Murakami train arrive?

Sakata to Murakami train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Murakami(Niigata) station.

Can I drive from Sakata to Murakami?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Murakami is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Sakata to Murakami.

Where can I stay near Murakami?

There are six+ hotels available in Murakami.

Sakata to Murakami - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Sakata to Murakami by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Murakami(Niigata)train [186381] Ltd. Exp Inaho 2 / ...
1h 17m
¥1,500–4,500
Drive 96.8 km
1. Drive from Sakata to Murakamicar 96.8 km
1h 26m
¥1,656–2,392

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Distance: 105.1 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Murakami(Niigata) every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,200–4,500 and the journey takes 1h 17m. JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 4 hours.

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