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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Tsuruoka is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Tsuruoka is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Tsuruoka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sendai Station station and arriving at Shonai Kanko Bussanko. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Tsuruoka?

No, there is no direct train from Sendai to Tsuruoka. However, there are services departing from Kita-Sendai and arriving at Tsuruoka via Yamagata, Shinjo and Amarume. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Sendai to Tsuruoka?

The distance between Sendai and Tsuruoka is 153 km. The road distance is 135.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Tsuruoka without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs ¥2300 - ¥4300.

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

The bus from Sendai Station to Shonai Kanko Bussanko takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Tsuruoka bus from?

Sendai to Tsuruoka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Sendai Station.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Tsuruoka train from?

Sendai to Tsuruoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Kita-Sendai station.

Train or bus from Sendai to Tsuruoka?

The best way to get from Sendai to Tsuruoka is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs ¥2300 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2800 - ¥9000 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Sendai to Tsuruoka bus arrive?

Sendai to Tsuruoka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Shonai Kanko Bussanko station.

Where does the Sendai to Tsuruoka train arrive?

Sendai to Tsuruoka train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Yamagata station.

Can I drive from Sendai to Tsuruoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Tsuruoka is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Sendai to Tsuruoka.

Where can I stay near Tsuruoka?

There are 65+ hotels available in Tsuruoka.

Sendai to Tsuruoka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sendai to Tsuruoka by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sendai Station to Shonai Kanko Bussanko
2h 35m
¥2,300–4,300
Train
1. Take the train from Kita-Sendai to Yamagata
2. Take the train from Yamagata to Shinjo
3. Take the train from Shinjo to Amarume
5h 42m
¥2,883–8,958
Drive 135.5 km
1. Drive from Sendai to Tsuruoka135.5 km
2h 9m
¥2,309–3,335

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Distance: 152.9 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Sendai Station to Shonai Kanko Bussanko every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,400 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kita-Sendai to Tsuruoka via Yamagata, Shinjo, and Amarume in around 5h 42m.

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