What is the cheapest way to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

The cheapest way to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai is to bus which costs ¥4500 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

The fastest way to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Akita (Station) and Sendai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Akita and arriving at Sendai. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Akita (Station) and Sendai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Akita and arriving at Sendai. Services depart every four hours, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

The distance between Akita (Station) and Sendai is 297 km. The road distance is 217.1 km.

How do I travel from Akita (Station) to Sendai without a car?

The best way to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

The train from Akita to Sendai takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Akita (Station) to Sendai bus from?

Akita (Station) to Sendai bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Akita station.

Where do I catch the Akita (Station) to Sendai train from?

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

Train or bus from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

The best way to get from Akita (Station) to Sendai is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Akita (Station) to Sendai bus arrive?

Akita (Station) to Sendai bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Sendai station.

Where does the Akita (Station) to Sendai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

Yes, the driving distance between Akita (Station) to Sendai is 217 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Akita (Station) to Sendai.

How do I get a train ticket from Akita (Station) to Sendai?

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Where can I stay near Sendai?

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Distance: 297.4 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Akita (Station), Akita, Japan and Sendai, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Akita to Sendai every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,300–6,000 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Akita to Sendai every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,500 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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