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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Akita is to bus which costs ¥4500 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Akita is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Akita?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sendai and arriving at Akita. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Akita?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sendai and arriving at Akita. Services depart every four hours, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Sendai to Akita?

The distance between Sendai and Akita is 297 km. The road distance is 218.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Akita without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000.

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

The train from Sendai to Akita takes 2h 27m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Akita bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sendai to Akita train from?

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

Train or bus from Sendai to Akita?

The best way to get from Sendai to Akita is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Sendai to Akita bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sendai to Akita train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sendai to Akita?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Akita is 219 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Sendai to Akita.

How do I get a train ticket from Sendai to Akita?

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Where can I stay near Akita?

There are 42+ hotels available in Akita.

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Sendai to Akita by train

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Distance: 297.4 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Sendai, 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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