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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Sendai is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3500 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Sendai is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct bus between Sakata and Sendai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aeon Sakata Minami and arriving at Sendai Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Sendai?

No, there is no direct train from Sakata to Sendai. However, there are services departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Sendai via Akita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Sakata to Sendai?

The distance between Sakata and Sendai is 166 km. The road distance is 140.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Sendai without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs ¥2500 - ¥4300.

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

The bus from Aeon Sakata Minami to Sendai Station takes 3h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Sendai bus from?

Sakata to Sendai bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Aeon Sakata Minami station.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Sendai train from?

Sakata to Sendai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Sakata(Yamagata) station.

Train or bus from Sakata to Sendai?

The best way to get from Sakata to Sendai is to bus which takes 3h and costs ¥2500 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥9000 - ¥16000 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Sakata to Sendai bus arrive?

Sakata to Sendai bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Sendai Station.

Where does the Sakata to Sendai train arrive?

Sakata to Sendai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Akita station.

Can I drive from Sakata to Sendai?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Sendai is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Sakata to Sendai.

Where can I stay near Sendai?

There are 276+ hotels available in Sendai.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Sakata to Sendai by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aeon Sakata Minami to Sendai Station
3h
¥2,500–4,300
Drive 140.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakata to Sendai140.8 km
2h 4m
¥2,398–3,463
Train
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Akita[17593] Jr Uetsu / ...
2. Take the train from Akita to SendaiKomachi
4h 52m
¥9,090–15,491

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Distance: 165.6 km
Duration: 3h

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

Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Aeon Sakata Minami to Sendai Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 3h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Sendai via Akita in around 4h 52m.

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