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

The cheapest way to get from Shōnai to Tsuruoka is to drive which costs ¥280 - ¥420 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shōnai to Tsuruoka is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥10000 - ¥13000.

Is there a direct bus between Shōnai and Tsuruoka?

No, there is no direct bus from Shōnai to Tsuruoka. However, there are services departing from Sakata Shoko BT and arriving at Shonai Kanko Bussanko via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Shōnai to Tsuruoka?

The distance between Shōnai and Tsuruoka is 37 km. The road distance is 18.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shōnai to Tsuruoka without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥600 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Shōnai to Tsuruoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shōnai to Tsuruoka bus from?

Shōnai to Tsuruoka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Sakata Shoko BT station.

Where does the Shōnai to Tsuruoka bus arrive?

Shōnai to Tsuruoka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Shonai Kanko Bussanko station.

Can I drive from Shōnai to Tsuruoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shōnai to Tsuruoka is 19 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Shōnai to Tsuruoka.

Where can I stay near Tsuruoka?

There are 58+ hotels available in Tsuruoka.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sakata Shoko BT to Shonai Kanko Bussankobus From Sakata via Esmorl to Yamagata / ...
2h 13m
¥622–847
Drive 18.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shōnai to Tsuruokacar 18.9 km
18 min
¥287–415
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shōnai to Tsuruokataxi 18.9 km
18 min
¥10,000–13,000
Bus via Miyahara clinic
1. Take the bus from Sakata Eki Mae(1 platform) to Miyahara clinicbus From Sakata to Tsuruoka
2h 34m
¥452–1,277

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Distance: 37 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Shonai Kotsu operates a bus from Sakata Shoko BT to Shonai Kanko Bussanko 5 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 5m. Yamako Bus also services this route once daily.

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