What is the cheapest way to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa?

The cheapest way to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa?

The fastest way to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa is to drive which takes 43 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Yamagata and Yonezawa?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Yamagata Kencho-mae and arriving at Yonezawa Station station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Yamagata and Yonezawa?

No, there is no direct train from Yamagata to Yonezawa. However, there are services departing from Yamagata and arriving at Yonezawa via Oitama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Yamagata to Yonezawa?

The distance between Yamagata and Yonezawa is 48 km. The road distance is 47.1 km.

How do I travel from Yamagata to Yonezawa without a car?

The best way to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa?

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamagata to Yonezawa bus from?

Yamagata to Yonezawa bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Yamagata Kencho-mae station.

Where do I catch the Yamagata to Yonezawa train from?

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

Where does the Yamagata to Yonezawa bus arrive?

Yamagata to Yonezawa bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Yonezawa Station.

Where does the Yamagata to Yonezawa train arrive?

Yamagata to Yonezawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Oitama station.

Can I drive from Yamagata to Yonezawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamagata to Yonezawa is 47 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Yamagata to Yonezawa.

How do I get a train ticket from Yamagata to Yonezawa?

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Where can I stay near Yonezawa?

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Yamagata to Yonezawa - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Yamagata to Yonezawa by train, night bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yamagata to Oitamatrain [17026] Jr Yamagata
1h 28m
¥833–1,186
Drive 47.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Yamagata to Yonezawacar 47.1 km
43 min
¥818–1,182
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Yonezawa Stationnightbus
1h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yamagata to Yonezawataxi 47.1 km
43 min
¥17,000–21,000

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Distance: 47.9 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Yamagata, Japan and Yonezawa, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Yamagata to Oitama hourly. Tickets cost ¥700–950 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a vehicle from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Yonezawa Station twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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