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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Tsuruoka is to bus which costs ¥280 - ¥360 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Tsuruoka is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct bus between Sakata and Tsuruoka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aeon Sakata Minamiten and arriving at S-mall Bus terminal(2 platform). Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Tsuruoka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Tsuruoka. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Sakata to Tsuruoka?

The distance between Sakata and Tsuruoka is 28 km. The road distance is 23.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Tsuruoka without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700.

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

The train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Tsuruoka takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Tsuruoka bus from?

Sakata to Tsuruoka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Aeon Sakata Minamiten station.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Tsuruoka train from?

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

Train or bus from Sakata to Tsuruoka?

The best way to get from Sakata to Tsuruoka is to train which takes 34 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥280 - ¥360 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Sakata to Tsuruoka bus arrive?

Sakata to Tsuruoka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at S-mall Bus terminal(2 platform) station.

Where does the Sakata to Tsuruoka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakata to Tsuruoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Tsuruoka is 24 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Sakata to Tsuruoka.

Where can I stay near Tsuruoka?

There are 58+ hotels available in Tsuruoka.

Sakata to Tsuruoka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sakata to Tsuruoka by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Tsuruokatrain [17539] Jr Uetsu / ...
34 min
¥490–700
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aeon Sakata Minamiten to S-mall Bus terminal(2 platform)bus From Sakata via Esmorl to Yamagata / ...
35 min
¥280–360
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakata to Tsuruokataxi 23.9 km
21 min
¥10,000–13,000
Drive 23.9 km
1. Drive from Sakata to Tsuruokacar 23.9 km
21 min
¥415–599

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Distance: 27.5 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Sakata, Japan and Tsuruoka, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Tsuruoka hourly. Tickets cost ¥490–700 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Aeon Sakata Minamiten to S-mall Bus terminal(2 platform) every 4 hours, and the journey takes 35 min. Yamako Bus also services this route once daily.

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