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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Rikuzentakata?

No, there is no direct bus from Sendai to Rikuzentakata. However, there are services departing from Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center and arriving at Rikuzentakata via Sakari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Sendai to Rikuzentakata?

The distance between Sendai and Rikuzentakata is 163 km. The road distance is 134.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Rikuzentakata without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Sendai to Rikuzentakata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Rikuzentakata bus from?

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

Where does the Sendai to Rikuzentakata bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sendai to Rikuzentakata?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Rikuzentakata is 134 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Sendai to Rikuzentakata.

Where can I stay near Rikuzentakata?

There are 19+ hotels available in Rikuzentakata.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to Ichinosekitrain
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Kesennumatrain
3. Take the bus from Kesennuma to Kiseki-No-Ippon-Matsubus
4h 18m
Drive 134.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sendai to Rikuzentakatacar 134.2 km
2h
¥2,329–3,364
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center to Kamaishi Eki-Maebus
6h 12m
¥3,300

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Distance: 162.7 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

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

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