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

The cheapest way to get from Tsuruoka to Morioka is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsuruoka to Morioka is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Tsuruoka and Morioka?

No, there is no direct bus from Tsuruoka to Morioka. However, there are services departing from Shonai Kanko Bussanko and arriving at Morioka via Sendai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Tsuruoka and Morioka?

No, there is no direct train from Tsuruoka to Morioka. However, there are services departing from Tsuruoka and arriving at Morioka via Akita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Tsuruoka to Morioka?

The distance between Tsuruoka and Morioka is 259 km. The road distance is 206.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsuruoka to Morioka without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Tsuruoka to Morioka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsuruoka to Morioka bus from?

Tsuruoka to Morioka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Shonai Kanko Bussanko station.

Where do I catch the Tsuruoka to Morioka train from?

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

Train or bus from Tsuruoka to Morioka?

The best way to get from Tsuruoka to Morioka is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥8000 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Tsuruoka to Morioka bus arrive?

Tsuruoka to Morioka bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Sendai Station.

Where does the Tsuruoka to Morioka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tsuruoka to Morioka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruoka to Morioka is 207 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Tsuruoka to Morioka.

Where can I stay near Morioka?

There are 96+ hotels available in Morioka.

Tsuruoka to Morioka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Tsuruoka to Morioka by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tsuruoka to Akitatrain [186385] Ltd. Exp Inaho 1
2. Take the train from Akita to Moriokatrain Komachi
4h 19m
¥3,781–5,060
Drive 206.9 km
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1. Drive from Tsuruoka to Moriokacar 206.9 km
3h 10m
¥3,596–5,194
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Sendai Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sendai to Moriokabus
5h 32m
¥6,700–7,600

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Distance: 258.6 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Tsuruoka, Japan and Morioka, Japan?

You can take a train from Tsuruoka to Morioka via Akita in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shonai Kanko Bussanko to Morioka via Sendai Station and Sendai in around 5h 32m.

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