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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjō to Tsuruoka is to drive which costs ¥900 - ¥1300 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjō to Tsuruoka is to drive which takes 47 min and costs ¥900 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Shinjō and Tsuruoka?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjō to Tsuruoka. However, there are services departing from Shinjo and arriving at Tsuruoka via Amarume. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Shinjō to Tsuruoka?

The distance between Shinjō and Tsuruoka is 58 km. The road distance is 51.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjō to Tsuruoka without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Shinjō to Tsuruoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinjō to Tsuruoka train from?

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

Where does the Shinjō to Tsuruoka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shinjō to Tsuruoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjō to Tsuruoka is 52 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Shinjō to Tsuruoka.

Where can I stay near Tsuruoka?

There are 58+ hotels available in Tsuruoka.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjo to Amarumetrain [17764] JR Rikuu-West / ...
2. Take the train from Amarume to Tsuruokatrain [17539] Jr Uetsu / ...
1h 40m
¥1,022–1,377
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shinjo to Kiyokawatrain [17758] JR Rikuu-West / ...
2. Take the bus from Kiyokawa Eki to S-mall Bus terminal(3 platform)bus kiyokawa~tsuruoka
2h 16m
¥742–1,670
Drive 51.8 km
1. Drive from Shinjō to Tsuruokacar 51.8 km
47 min
¥902–1,302
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinjō to Tsuruokataxi 51.8 km
47 min
¥16,000–20,000

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Distance: 58.4 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Shinjō, Yamagata, Japan and Tsuruoka, Japan?

You can take a train from Shinjo to Tsuruoka via Amarume in around 1h 40m.

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