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

The cheapest way to get from Tsuruoka to Sakata is to bus which costs ¥300 - ¥390 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsuruoka to Sakata is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct bus between Tsuruoka and Sakata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shonai Kanko Bussanko and arriving at Aeon Sakata Minami. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Tsuruoka and Sakata?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tsuruoka and arriving at Sakata(Yamagata). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Tsuruoka to Sakata?

The distance between Tsuruoka and Sakata is 20 km. The road distance is 23.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsuruoka to Sakata without a car is to bus which takes 28 min and costs ¥300 - ¥390.

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

The bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Aeon Sakata Minami takes 28 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tsuruoka to Sakata bus from?

Tsuruoka to Sakata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Shonai Kanko Bussanko station.

Where do I catch the Tsuruoka to Sakata train from?

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

Train or bus from Tsuruoka to Sakata?

The best way to get from Tsuruoka to Sakata is to bus which takes 28 min and costs ¥300 - ¥390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥490 - ¥2500 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Tsuruoka to Sakata bus arrive?

Tsuruoka to Sakata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Aeon Sakata Minami station.

Where does the Tsuruoka to Sakata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tsuruoka to Sakata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruoka to Sakata is 24 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Tsuruoka to Sakata.

Where can I stay near Sakata?

There are 60+ hotels available in Sakata.

Tsuruoka to Sakata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tsuruoka to Sakata by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Aeon Sakata MinamiFrom Yamagata to Sakata / ...
28 min
¥300–390
Train
1. Take the train from Tsuruoka to Sakata(Yamagata)[17532] Jr Uetsu / ...
37 min
¥490–2,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tsuruoka to Sakata23.9 km
21 min
¥10,000–13,000
Drive 23.9 km
1. Drive from Tsuruoka to Sakata23.9 km
21 min
¥408–589

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 20 km
Duration: 28 min

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

Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Aeon Sakata Minami 5 times a day, and the journey takes 28 min. Yamako Bus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tsuruoka to Sakata(Yamagata) hourly. Tickets cost ¥490–700 and the journey takes 37 min. Japan Railways Limited Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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