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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Iwate is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Iwate is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Iwate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sendai and arriving at Iwate-Numakunai. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Sendai to Iwate?

The distance between Sendai and Iwate is 202 km. The road distance is 211.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Iwate without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500.

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

The train from Sendai to Iwate-Numakunai takes 57 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Iwate train from?

Sendai to Iwate train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Sendai station.

Train or bus from Sendai to Iwate?

The best way to get from Sendai to Iwate is to train which takes 57 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Sendai to Iwate train arrive?

Sendai to Iwate train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Iwate-Numakunai station.

Can I drive from Sendai to Iwate?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Iwate is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Sendai to Iwate.

Where can I stay near Iwate?

There are 83+ hotels available in Iwate.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sendai to Iwate by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to Iwate-Numakunaitrain Hayabusa
57 min
¥5,500–8,500
Drive 211.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sendai to Iwatecar 211.4 km
2h 29m
¥3,518–5,081
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hirosedori Ichibancho to Moriokabus
3h 19m
¥5,600–7,100
Train via Morioka
1. Take the train from Sendai to Moriokatrain Komachi / ...
2. Take the train from Morioka to Iwate-Numakunaitrain [148196] Iwate Galaxy/Aoimori Railway / ...
1h 38m
¥7,469–11,271

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 202.3 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Sendai to Iwate-Numakunai every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,500 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Hirosedori Ichibancho to Morioka hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,300 and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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