What is the cheapest way to get from Iwate to Morioka?

The cheapest way to get from Iwate to Morioka is to drive which costs ¥600 - ¥900 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Iwate to Morioka?

The fastest way to get from Iwate to Morioka is to drive which takes 32 min and costs ¥600 - ¥900.

Is there a direct bus between Iwate and Morioka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Iwatemachi Omachi and arriving at Morioka. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Iwate and Morioka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Iwate-Numakunai and arriving at Morioka. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Iwate to Morioka?

The distance between Iwate and Morioka is 32 km. The road distance is 35.5 km.

How do I travel from Iwate to Morioka without a car?

The best way to get from Iwate to Morioka without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Iwate to Morioka?

The train from Iwate-Numakunai to Morioka takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Iwate to Morioka bus from?

Iwate to Morioka bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Iwatemachi Omachi station.

Where do I catch the Iwate to Morioka train from?

Iwate to Morioka train services, operated by Iwate Galaxy Railway, depart from Iwate-Numakunai station.

Train or bus from Iwate to Morioka?

The best way to get from Iwate to Morioka is to train which takes 36 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Iwate to Morioka bus arrive?

Iwate to Morioka bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Morioka station.

Where does the Iwate to Morioka train arrive?

Iwate to Morioka train services, operated by Iwate Galaxy Railway, arrive at Morioka station.

Can I drive from Iwate to Morioka?

Yes, the driving distance between Iwate to Morioka is 36 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Iwate to Morioka.

Where can I stay near Morioka?

There are 96+ hotels available in Morioka.

Iwate to Morioka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Iwate to Morioka by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Iwate-Numakunai to Moriokatrain [148230] Iwate Galaxy/Aoimori Railway / ...
36 min
Drive 35.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iwate to Moriokacar 35.5 km
32 min
¥617–891
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iwatemachi Omachi to Moriokabus
1h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Iwate to Moriokataxi 35.5 km
32 min
¥11,000–14,000

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Distance: 32.1 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Iwate, Japan and Morioka, Japan?

Iwate Galaxy Railway operates a train from Iwate-Numakunai to Morioka hourly, and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Iwatemachi Omachi to Morioka 5 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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