What is the cheapest way to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen?

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen is to drive which costs ¥6000 - ¥9500 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen?

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Shima Onsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Sendai to Shima Onsen. However, there are services departing from Sendai Miyakoh Bus Center and arriving at 月見橋 via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and 中之条駅（１番のりば）. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

How far is it from Sendai to Shima Onsen?

The distance between Sendai and Shima Onsen is 426 km. The road distance is 378.8 km.

How do I travel from Sendai to Shima Onsen without a car?

The best way to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs ¥11000 - ¥17000.

How long does it take to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Shima Onsen bus from?

Sendai to Shima Onsen bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, depart from Sendai Miyakoh Bus Center station.

Train or bus from Sendai to Shima Onsen?

The best way to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs ¥11000 - ¥17000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥11000 and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Sendai to Shima Onsen bus arrive?

Sendai to Shima Onsen bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Sendai to Shima Onsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Shima Onsen is 379 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Sendai to Shima Onsen.

Where can I stay near Shima Onsen?

There are 153+ hotels available in Shima Onsen.

Sendai to Shima Onsen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sendai to Shima Onsen 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 ŌmiyaYamabiko / ...
2. Take the train from Omiya(Saitama) to Nakanojo[187346] Ltd. Exp Kusatsu 1
5h 25m
¥11,784–16,519
Bus via Tokyo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sendai Miyakoh Bus Center to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to 中之条駅南（おりば）新宿～伊香保・草津
10h 34m
¥5,500–9,450
Bus
1. Take the bus from 仙台駅東口 to 新前橋駅高速バス群馬～仙台線
10h 19m
¥6,850–10,950
Drive 378.8 km
1. Drive from Sendai to Shima Onsen378.8 km
4h 46m
¥6,405–9,252
Train via Oyama
1. Take the train from Sendai to OyamaYamabiko
2. Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Shim-Maebashi[15866] JR Ryomo
6h 31m
¥9,139–14,713

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 426 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Sendai, Japan and Shima Onsen, Japan?

You can take a train from Sendai to 月見橋 via Omiya(Saitama), Nakanojo, and 中之条駅（１番のりば） in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, Nippon Chuo Bus operates a bus from 仙台駅東口 to 新前橋駅 once daily. Tickets cost ¥5,500–7,500 and the journey takes 7h 36m.

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