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 ¥2000 - ¥3000 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 ¥2000 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Rikuzentakata?

No, there is no direct train from Sendai to Rikuzentakata. However, there are services departing from Sendai and arriving at Kesennuma via Ichinoseki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Sendai to Rikuzentakata?

The distance between Sendai and Rikuzentakata is 162 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 which takes 3h 37m and costs ¥10000 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Sendai to Rikuzentakata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Rikuzentakata train from?

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

Where does the Sendai to Rikuzentakata train arrive?

Sendai to Rikuzentakata train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ichinoseki 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 18+ hotels available in Rikuzentakata.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to Ichinosekitrain Yamabiko
2. Take the train from Ichinoseki to Kesennumatrain Oofunatosen
3h 37m
¥10,701–13,927
Drive 134.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sendai to Rikuzentakatacar 134.2 km
2h
¥2,061–2,977
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center to Kamaishi Eigyōshobus
2. Take the taxi from Kamaishi Eigyōsho to Rikuzentakatataxi
4h 4m
¥23,300–28,300

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Distance: 162.2 km
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Sendai to Rikuzentakata via Ichinoseki and Kesennuma in around 3h 37m.

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