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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tsuruoka and Sendai?

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

Is there a direct train between Tsuruoka and Sendai?

No, there is no direct train from Tsuruoka to Sendai. However, there are services departing from Tsuruoka and arriving at Kita-Sendai via Amarume, Shinjo and Yamagata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Tsuruoka to Sendai?

The distance between Tsuruoka and Sendai is 146 km. The road distance is 135.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsuruoka to Sendai without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs ¥2200 - ¥4300.

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

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

Where do I catch the Tsuruoka to Sendai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tsuruoka to Sendai train from?

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

Train or bus from Tsuruoka to Sendai?

The best way to get from Tsuruoka to Sendai is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs ¥2200 - ¥4300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2800 - ¥9500 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Tsuruoka to Sendai bus arrive?

Tsuruoka to Sendai bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Sendai Station.

Where does the Tsuruoka to Sendai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tsuruoka to Sendai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruoka to Sendai is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Tsuruoka to Sendai.

Where can I stay near Sendai?

There are 268+ hotels available in Sendai.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Sendai Station
2h 35m
¥2,200–4,300
Train
1. Take the train from Amarume to Shinjo
2. Take the train from Shinjo to Yamagata
3. Take the train from Yamagata to Kita-Sendai
5h 47m
¥2,860–9,055
Drive 135.3 km
1. Drive from Tsuruoka to Sendai135.3 km
2h 9m
¥2,300–3,322

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Distance: 145.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Sendai Station 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 Tsuruoka to Kita-Sendai via Amarume, Shinjo, and Yamagata in around 5h 47m.

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