What is the cheapest way to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai?

The cheapest way to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai?

The fastest way to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai is to drive which takes 2h and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct bus between Rikuzentakata and Sendai?

No, there is no direct bus from Rikuzentakata to Sendai. However, there are services departing from Rikuzentakata and arriving at Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center via Kamaishi Eki-Mae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Rikuzentakata to Sendai?

The distance between Rikuzentakata and Sendai is 163 km. The road distance is 134.7 km.

How do I travel from Rikuzentakata to Sendai without a car?

The best way to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rikuzentakata to Sendai bus from?

Rikuzentakata to Sendai bus services, operated by Miyako Kotsu, depart from Kamaishi Eki-Mae station.

Where does the Rikuzentakata to Sendai bus arrive?

Rikuzentakata to Sendai bus services, operated by Miyako Kotsu, arrive at Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Rikuzentakata to Sendai?

Yes, the driving distance between Rikuzentakata to Sendai is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Rikuzentakata to Sendai.

Where can I stay near Sendai?

There are 253+ hotels available in Sendai.

Rikuzentakata to Sendai - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rikuzentakata to Sendai by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kiseki-No-Ippon-Matsu to Kesennumabus
2. Take the train from Kesennuma to Ichinosekitrain
3. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Sendaitrain
4h 29m
Drive 134.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rikuzentakata to Sendaicar 134.7 km
2h
¥2,337–3,376
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kamaishi Eki-Mae to Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Centerbus
6h 47m
¥3,300

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Distance: 162.6 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Rikuzentakata, Japan and Sendai, Japan?

Miyako Kotsu operates a bus from Kamaishi Eki-Mae to Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,300 and the journey takes 3h 11m.

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