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

The cheapest way to get from Matsushima to Akita is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsushima to Akita is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Matsushima and Akita?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsushima to Akita. However, there are services departing from Sendai and arriving at Akita via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Matsushima and Akita?

No, there is no direct train from Matsushima to Akita. However, there are services departing from Matsushima and arriving at Akita via Sendai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Matsushima to Akita?

The distance between Matsushima and Akita is 321 km. The road distance is 211 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsushima to Akita without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Matsushima to Akita, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsushima to Akita bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matsushima to Akita train from?

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

Train or bus from Matsushima to Akita?

The best way to get from Matsushima to Akita is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4900 - ¥5100 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Matsushima to Akita bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matsushima to Akita train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Matsushima to Akita?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsushima to Akita is 211 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Matsushima to Akita.

Where can I stay near Akita?

There are 42+ hotels available in Akita.

Matsushima to Akita - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Matsushima to Akita by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to Akitatrain Komachi
3h 53m
¥4,735–6,582
Drive 211 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsushima to Akitacar 211 km
3h 10m
¥3,656–5,281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sendai to Akitabus
5h 1m
¥4,935–5,082
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sendai to Shinjobus Shinjo / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjo to Akitatrain [17146] Jr Ou
7h 46m
¥4,021–5,665

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Distance: 321 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sendai to Akita every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,300–6,000 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Sendai to Akita every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,500 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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