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

The cheapest way to get from Sakata to Yamagata is to train which costs ¥1700 - ¥2500 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakata to Yamagata is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct bus between Sakata and Yamagata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aeon Sakata Minami and arriving at Kenchomae. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sakata and Yamagata?

No, there is no direct train from Sakata to Yamagata. However, there are services departing from Sakata(Yamagata) and arriving at Kitayamagata via Shinjo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Sakata to Yamagata?

The distance between Sakata and Yamagata is 118 km. The road distance is 113.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakata to Yamagata without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥2800.

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

The bus from Aeon Sakata Minami to Kenchomae takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Yamagata bus from?

Sakata to Yamagata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Aeon Sakata Minami station.

Where do I catch the Sakata to Yamagata train from?

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

Train or bus from Sakata to Yamagata?

The best way to get from Sakata to Yamagata is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1700 - ¥2500 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Sakata to Yamagata bus arrive?

Sakata to Yamagata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Kenchomae station.

Where does the Sakata to Yamagata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakata to Yamagata?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakata to Yamagata is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Sakata to Yamagata.

Where can I stay near Yamagata?

There are 193+ hotels available in Yamagata.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sakata to Yamagata by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aeon Sakata Minami to Kenchomaebus From Sakata to Yamagata / ...
2h 20m
¥2,800
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Shinjotrain [17754] JR Rikuu-West / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjo to Kitayamagatatrain [17061] Jr Yamagata
3h 7m
¥1,785–2,458
Drive 113.1 km
1. Drive from Sakata to Yamagatacar 113.1 km
1h 36m
¥1,963–2,836

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Distance: 117.7 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Aeon Sakata Minami to Kenchomae 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,800 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sakata(Yamagata) to Kitayamagata via Shinjo in around 3h 7m.

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