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How to get fromYamagata to Zaoby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Yamagata to Zao by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sendaibus bus Yamagata / ...
    2. Take the train from Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) to Higashishiroishitrain train [13312] Jr Tohoku / ...
    2h 10m
    ¥4,424–5,596

  2. Drive 40.9 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Yamagata to Zaocar car 40.9 km
    39 min
    ¥708–1,022

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Yamagata to Zaotaxi taxi 40.9 km
    39 min
    ¥12,000–16,000

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  • Distance: 105.8 km
  • Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Yamagata, Japan and Zao, Miyagi, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Yamagata to Zao. However, you can take the bus to Sendai, walk to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr), take the train to Higashishiroishi, then take the taxi to Zao. Alternatively, you can drive from Yamagata to Zao in around 39 min.

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