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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Shimodate is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Shimodate is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥7000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Shimodate?

No, there is no direct train from Sendai to Shimodate. However, there are services departing from Sendai and arriving at Shimodate via Oyama(Tochigi). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Sendai to Shimodate?

The distance between Sendai and Shimodate is 262 km. The road distance is 273.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Shimodate without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥7000 - ¥10000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Sendai to Shimodate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Shimodate train from?

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

Where does the Sendai to Shimodate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sendai to Shimodate?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Shimodate is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Sendai to Shimodate.

Where can I stay near Shimodate?

There are 62+ hotels available in Shimodate.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sendai to Shimodate 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 Oyamatrain Yamabiko
2h 13m
¥7,009–9,913
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sendai to Akatsuka Stationbus
2. Take the train from Akatsuka to Shimodatetrain [15974] JR Mito / ...
7h 22m
¥4,550–6,100
Drive 273.9 km
1. Drive from Sendai to Shimodatecar 273.9 km
3h 29m
¥4,716–6,811
Bus, train via Fukushima
1. Take the bus from Hirosedori to Fukushimabus
2. Take the train from Fukushima to Oyamatrain Yamabiko
4h 1m
¥6,620–9,750

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sendai to Shimodate.

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Distance: 261.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Sendai to Oyama every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥6,500–9,500 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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