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

The cheapest way to get from Kesennuma to Akita is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kesennuma to Akita is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct train between Kesennuma and Akita?

No, there is no direct train from Kesennuma to Akita. However, there are services departing from Kesennuma and arriving at Akita via Ichinoseki and Morioka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Kesennuma to Akita?

The distance between Kesennuma and Akita is 279 km. The road distance is 191.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kesennuma to Akita without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

How long does it take to get from Kesennuma to Akita?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Kesennuma to Akita, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kesennuma to Akita train from?

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

Where does the Kesennuma to Akita train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kesennuma to Akita?

Yes, the driving distance between Kesennuma to Akita is 191 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Kesennuma to Akita.

Where can I stay near Akita?

There are 42+ hotels available in Akita.

Kesennuma to Akita - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kesennuma to Akita by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kesennuma to Ichinosekitrain
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Moriokatrain
3. Take the train from Morioka to Akitatrain
6h 28m
¥4,080–5,580
Drive 191.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kesennuma to Akitacar 191.4 km
2h 54m
¥2,949–4,259
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Kesennuma to Ichinosekitaxi
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Furukawatrain
3. Take the bus from Furukawa Station to Sendai Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Sendai to Akitabus
6h 49m
¥25,768–29,572

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Distance: 278.6 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Kesennuma, Japan and Akita, Japan?

You can take a train from Kesennuma to Akita via Ichinoseki and Morioka in around 6h 28m.

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