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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Tokyo is to bus and night bus which costs ¥6000 - ¥8500 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Tokyo is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥10000 - ¥37000.

Is there a direct bus between Sakata and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aeon Sakata Minamiten and arriving at Akihabara eki. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Sakata to Tokyo station. However, there are services departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Sakata to Tokyo?

The distance between Sakata and Tokyo is 464 km. The road distance is 472.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Sakata to Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Tokyo bus from?

Sakata to Tokyo bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Aeon Sakata Minamiten station.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Tokyo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sakata to Tokyo?

The best way to get from Sakata to Tokyo is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7800 - ¥8100 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs ¥10000 - ¥37000 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Sakata to Tokyo bus arrive?

Sakata to Tokyo bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Akihabara eki station.

Where does the Sakata to Tokyo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakata to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Tokyo is 473 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Sakata to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 10726+ hotels available in Tokyo.

Sakata to Tokyo - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Sakata to Tokyo by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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 Sakata(Yamagata) to Niigata[186381] Ltd. Exp Inaho 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Niigata to Tōkyō StationToki
4h 40m
¥12,165–17,392
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 庄交ターミナル to 仙台駅前仙台〜酒田
2. Take the night bus from Sendai Station West exit to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal
11h 15m
¥6,193–8,148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aeon Sakata Minamiten to Akihabara ekiFrom Sakata to Shinjukuminamiguchi
7h 35m
¥7,800–8,100
Drive 472.5 km
1. Drive from Sakata to Tokyo472.5 km
5h 38m
¥8,057–11,637
Fly from Shonai Airport
1. Fly from Shonai Airport (SYO) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)SYO - HND
3h 11m
¥10,290–36,750
Train to Akita Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Akita
2. Fly from Akita Airport (AXT) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)AXT - HND
5h 42m
¥22,130–41,261

Shonai Airport (SYO) to Tokyo International Airport (HND) flights

35Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥9,591Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 463.6 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Tōkyō Station via Niigata in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Aeon Sakata Minamiten to Akihabara eki once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,800–8,100 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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