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

The cheapest way to get from Zao to Yamagata is to drive which costs ¥700 - ¥1100 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Zao to Yamagata is to drive which takes 39 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1100.

How far is it from Zao to Yamagata?

The distance between Zao and Yamagata is 107 km. The road distance is 40.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zao to Yamagata without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 9m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Zao to Yamagata, including transfers.

Can I drive from Zao to Yamagata?

Yes, the driving distance between Zao to Yamagata is 41 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Zao to Yamagata.

Where can I stay near Yamagata?

There are 194+ hotels available in Yamagata.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Higashishiroishi to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr)train [13337] Jr Tohoku / ...
2. Take the bus from Sendai to Yamagata Kencho-maebus Yamagata / ...
2h 9m
¥4,494–5,638
Drive 40.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zao to Yamagatacar 40.9 km
39 min
¥707–1,022
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zao to Yamagatataxi 40.9 km
39 min
¥12,000–16,000

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Distance: 106.6 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

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

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