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

The cheapest way to get from Yamagata to Ōfunato is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4500 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yamagata to Ōfunato is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Yamagata and Ōfunato?

No, there is no direct bus from Yamagata to Ōfunato. However, there are services departing from Yamagata Kencho-mae and arriving at Kamaishi Eki-Mae via Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Yamagata to Ōfunato?

The distance between Yamagata and Ōfunato is 274 km. The road distance is 202.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Yamagata to Ōfunato without a car is to bus which takes 7h 3m and costs ¥4100 - ¥4400.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Yamagata to Ōfunato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamagata to Ōfunato bus from?

Yamagata to Ōfunato bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, depart from Yamagata Kencho-mae station.

Where does the Yamagata to Ōfunato bus arrive?

Yamagata to Ōfunato bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, arrive at Sendai station.

Can I drive from Yamagata to Ōfunato?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamagata to Ōfunato is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Yamagata to Ōfunato.

Where can I stay near Ōfunato?

There are 13+ hotels available in Ōfunato.

Yamagata to Ōfunato - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sendaibus Yamagata / ...
2. Take the bus from Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center to Kamaishi Eki-Maebus
7h 3m
¥4,174–4,395
Drive 202.9 km
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1. Drive from Yamagata to Ōfunatocar 202.9 km
3h 2m
¥3,085–4,457
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sendaibus
2. Take the train from Sendai to Shin-Hanamakitrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Hanamaki to Kamaishitrain
7h 44m
¥4,074–5,495

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Distance: 274.1 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Yamagata, Japan and Ōfunato, Iwate, Japan?

You can take a bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sakari via Sendai, Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center, Kamaishi Eki-Mae, and Kamaishi in around 7h 3m.

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