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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Shibata is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Shibata is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Shibata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Shibata(Niigata). Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Sakata to Shibata?

The distance between Sakata and Shibata is 138 km. The road distance is 133 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Shibata without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

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

The train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Shibata(Niigata) takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Shibata train from?

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

Where does the Sakata to Shibata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakata to Shibata?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Shibata is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Sakata to Shibata.

Where can I stay near Shibata?

There are 14+ hotels available in Shibata.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Shibata(Niigata)train [186381] Ltd. Exp Inaho 2 / ...
1h 41m
¥4,000–6,000
Drive 133 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakata to Shibatacar 133 km
1h 57m
¥2,298–3,319

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Distance: 138.4 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Shibata(Niigata) every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,000–6,000 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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