What is the cheapest way to get from Yamada to Shiogama?

The cheapest way to get from Yamada to Shiogama is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4800 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yamada to Shiogama?

The fastest way to get from Yamada to Shiogama is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct train between Yamada and Shiogama?

No, there is no direct train from Yamada to Shiogama. However, there are services departing from Rikuchuyamada and arriving at Hon-Shiogama via Kamaishi, Shin-Hanamaki and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Yamada to Shiogama?

The distance between Yamada and Shiogama is 225 km. The road distance is 193.1 km.

How do I travel from Yamada to Shiogama without a car?

The best way to get from Yamada to Shiogama without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Yamada to Shiogama?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Yamada to Shiogama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamada to Shiogama train from?

Yamada to Shiogama train services, operated by Sanriku Railway, depart from Rikuchuyamada station.

Where does the Yamada to Shiogama train arrive?

Yamada to Shiogama train services, operated by Sanriku Railway, arrive at Kamaishi station.

Can I drive from Yamada to Shiogama?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamada to Shiogama is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Yamada to Shiogama.

Where can I stay near Shiogama?

There are 253+ hotels available in Shiogama.

Yamada to Shiogama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Yamada to Shiogama 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Rikuchuyamada to Kamaishi[148760] Sanriku Railway Rias
2. Take the bus from Kamaishi Eki-Mae to Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center
5h 51m
Drive 193.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Yamada to Shiogama193.1 km
2h 55m
¥3,294–4,757
Train
1. Take the train from Rikuchuyamada to Kamaishi
2. Take the train from Kamaishi to Shin-Hanamaki
3. Take the train from Shin-Hanamaki to Sendai
6h 7m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 224.6 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Yamada, Iwate, Japan and Shiogama, Japan?

You can take a train from Rikuchuyamada to Hon-Shiogama via Kamaishi, Shin-Hanamaki, and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) in around 6h 7m.

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