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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Sano is to drive which costs ¥4800 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Sano is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Sano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 仙台駅東口 and arriving at 佐野新都市バスターミナル. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Sano?

No, there is no direct train from Sendai to Sano. However, there are services departing from Sendai and arriving at Sano via Oyama(Tochigi). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Sendai to Sano?

The distance between Sendai and Sano is 272 km. The road distance is 284.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Sano without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Sendai to Sano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Sano bus from?

Sendai to Sano bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus Co, depart from 仙台駅東口 station.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Sano train from?

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

Train or bus from Sendai to Sano?

The best way to get from Sendai to Sano is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Sendai to Sano bus arrive?

Sendai to Sano bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus Co, arrive at 佐野新都市バスターミナル station.

Where does the Sendai to Sano train arrive?

Sendai to Sano train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Oyama station.

Can I drive from Sendai to Sano?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Sano is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Sendai to Sano.

Where can I stay near Sano?

There are 85+ hotels available in Sano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sendai to Sano 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 OyamaYamabiko
2. Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Sano[15866] JR Ryomo / ...
2h 22m
¥7,159–10,113
Drive 284.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sendai to Sano284.9 km
3h 19m
¥4,852–7,008
Bus
1. Take the bus from 仙台駅東口 to 佐野新都市バスターミナル高速バス群馬～仙台線
4h 30m
¥5,500–7,500
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hirosedori to Fukushima
2. Take the train from Fukushima to Kōriyama
3. Take the bus from Kōriyama Station to Sano-Shintoshi BT
5h 14m
¥5,150–8,500

Sendai to Sano by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 30mAverage Duration

¥5,500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.3 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Sendai to Sano via Oyama(Tochigi) in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, Nippon Chuo Bus Co operates a bus from 仙台駅東口 to 佐野新都市バスターミナル once daily. Tickets cost ¥5,500–7,500 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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