What is the cheapest way to get from Sakata to Shōnai?

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Shōnai is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakata to Shōnai?

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Shōnai is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥4800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Shōnai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Amarume. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Sakata to Shōnai?

The distance between Sakata and Shōnai is 12 km. The road distance is 10.1 km.

How do I travel from Sakata to Shōnai without a car?

The best way to get from Sakata to Shōnai without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs ¥250 - ¥380.

How long does it take to get from Sakata to Shōnai?

The train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Amarume takes 16 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Shōnai train from?

Sakata to Shōnai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Sakata(Yamagata) station.

Where does the Sakata to Shōnai train arrive?

Sakata to Shōnai train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Amarume station.

Can I drive from Sakata to Shōnai?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Shōnai is 10 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Sakata to Shōnai.

Where can I stay near Shōnai?

There are 58+ hotels available in Shōnai.

Sakata to Shōnai - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sakata to Shōnai by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Amarumetrain [17539] Jr Uetsu / ...
16 min
¥250–380
Drive 10.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakata to Shōnaicar 10.1 km
10 min
¥175–253
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakata to Shōnaitaxi 10.1 km
10 min
¥4,800–6,000

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Distance: 12.2 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Sakata, Japan and Shōnai, Yamagata, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Amarume hourly. Tickets cost ¥250–380 and the journey takes 16 min.

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