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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Akita 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 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 to Sendai?

The distance between Akita and Sendai is 297 km. The road distance is 218.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Akita 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 to Sendai?

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

Where do I catch the Akita to Sendai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Akita to Sendai train from?

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

Train or bus from Akita to Sendai?

The best way to get from Akita 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 to Sendai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Akita to Sendai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Akita to Sendai?

Yes, the driving distance between Akita to Sendai is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Akita to Sendai.

How do I get a train ticket from Akita 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, 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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