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

The cheapest way to get from Kesennuma to Matsushima is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2500 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kesennuma to Matsushima is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct train between Kesennuma and Matsushima?

No, there is no direct train from Kesennuma to Matsushima. However, there are services departing from Kesennuma and arriving at Matsushima via Ichinoseki and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Kesennuma to Matsushima?

The distance between Kesennuma and Matsushima is 166 km. The road distance is 97 km.

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

The best way to get from Kesennuma to Matsushima without a car is to train via Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Kesennuma to Matsushima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kesennuma to Matsushima train from?

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

Where does the Kesennuma to Matsushima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kesennuma to Matsushima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kesennuma to Matsushima is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Kesennuma to Matsushima.

Where can I stay near Matsushima?

There are 256+ hotels available in Matsushima.

Kesennuma to Matsushima - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kesennuma to Matsushima by train or car

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Train via Sendai(Miyagi/Jr)
best
1. Take the train from Kesennuma to Ichinosekitrain [16542] JR Ofunato
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Sendaitrain Yamabiko
3h 41m
¥2,610–3,580
Drive 97 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kesennuma to Matsushimacar 97 km
1h 24m
¥1,683–2,431
Train
1. Take the train from Kesennuma to Ichinosekitrain [16542] JR Ofunato
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Kogotatrain [14701] Jr Tohoku / ...
3h 41m
¥2,160–2,930

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Distance: 166.4 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Kesennuma, Japan and Matsushima, Miyagi, Japan?

You can take a train from Kesennuma to Matsushima via Ichinoseki and Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) in around 3h 41m.

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