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How to get fromGinzan-onsen to Zao Onsenby bus, shuttle, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Ginzan-onsen to Zao Onsen by bus, shuttle, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, shuttle

    best
    1. Take the bus from Ginzan-onsen to Yamagata Airportbus bus
    2. Take a shuttle bus from Yamagata Airport to Zao Chuo Ropewayshuttle bus
    2h 46m
    ¥4,500

  2. Drive 66.6 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ginzan-onsen to Zao Onsencar car 66.6 km
    1h 3m
    ¥1,147–1,656

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ginzan-onsen to Zao Onsentaxi taxi 66.6 km
    1h 3m
    ¥20,000–25,000

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  • Distance: 78.5 km
  • Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Ginzan-onsen, Japan and Zao Onsen, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Ginzan-onsen to Zao Onsen. However, you can take the bus to Yamagata Airport, walk to Yamagata Airport, then take the shuttle to Zao Chuo Ropeway. Alternatively, you can drive from Ginzan-onsen to Zao Onsen in around 1h 3m.

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