What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥10000 - ¥15000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kesennuma?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kesennuma. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kesennuma via Ichinoseki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kesennuma?

The distance between Tokyo and Kesennuma is 468 km. The road distance is 457.7 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Kesennuma without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs ¥10000 - ¥15000.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kesennuma train from?

Tokyo to Kesennuma train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Kesennuma train arrive?

Tokyo to Kesennuma train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Ichinoseki station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kesennuma?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kesennuma is 458 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Tokyo to Kesennuma.

Where can I stay near Kesennuma?

There are 16+ hotels available in Kesennuma.

Tokyo to Kesennuma - 5 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Kesennuma by train, night bus, car, plane, or bus

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 Tōkyō Station to Ichinosekitrain Hayabusa / ...
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Kesennumatrain [16552] JR Ofunato
4h 35m
¥10,899–15,039
Drive 457.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kesennumacar 457.7 km
5h 56m
¥7,782–11,240
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sendai Station West exitnightbus
2. Take the train from Sendai to Ichinosekitrain
3. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Kesennumatrain
8h 13m
¥7,850–11,700
Fly, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)plane HND - GAJ
2. Take the bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sendaibus
3. Take the train from Sendai to Ichinosekitrain
4. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Kesennumatrain
8h 46m
¥19,670–27,694
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Ikebukuro to Rikuzen-Takatanightbus Kesen Liner
10h 18m
¥9,117–13,950

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

¥13,816Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 467.5 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Kesennuma, Japan?

You can take a train from Tōkyō Station to Kesennuma via Ichinoseki in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus operates a vehicle from Ikebukuro to Rikuzen-Takata once a week. Tickets cost ¥9,000–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 38m.

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