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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Hitachi is to bus and train which costs ¥3800 - ¥4100 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Hitachi is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Hitachi?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sendai and arriving at Hitachi Station station. Services depart once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Hitachi?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sendai and arriving at Hitachi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Sendai to Hitachi?

The distance between Sendai and Hitachi is 214 km. The road distance is 205.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Hitachi without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000.

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

The train from Sendai to Hitachi takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Hitachi bus from?

Sendai to Hitachi bus services, operated by Ibaraki Kotsu, depart from Sendai station.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Hitachi train from?

Sendai to Hitachi train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Sendai station.

Train or bus from Sendai to Hitachi?

The best way to get from Sendai to Hitachi is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs ¥5500 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3800 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Sendai to Hitachi bus arrive?

Sendai to Hitachi bus services, operated by Ibaraki Kotsu, arrive at Hitachi Station.

Where does the Sendai to Hitachi train arrive?

Sendai to Hitachi train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Hitachi station.

Can I drive from Sendai to Hitachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Hitachi is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Sendai to Hitachi.

Where can I stay near Hitachi?

There are 43+ hotels available in Hitachi.

Sendai to Hitachi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sendai to Hitachi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to HitachiHitachi
2h 42m
¥5,500–8,000
Drive 205.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sendai to Hitachi205.9 km
2h 46m
¥3,465–5,005
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sendai Station to Iwaki
2. Take the train from Iwaki to OgitsuJōban
4h 14m
¥3,800–4,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sendai to Hitachi Station
4h 37m
¥3,800–5,500

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 214.2 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Sendai to Hitachi 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,000 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, Ibaraki Kotsu operates a bus from Sendai to Hitachi Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,800–5,500 and the journey takes 4h 37m.

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