What is the cheapest way to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station?

The cheapest way to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station is to bus via 十日町南 which costs ¥250 - ¥330 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station?

The fastest way to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs ¥6000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Zao Onsen and JR Yamagata Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル and arriving at 山形駅前. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station?

The distance between Zao Onsen and JR Yamagata Station is 18 km. The road distance is 17.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station without a car is to bus which takes 49 min and costs ¥270 - ¥340.

How long does it take to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station?

The bus from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル to 山形駅前 takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station bus from?

Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, depart from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル station.

Where does the Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station bus arrive?

Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, arrive at 山形駅前 station.

Can I drive from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station is 18 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station.

Where can I stay near JR Yamagata Station?

There are 195+ hotels available in JR Yamagata Station.

Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Station by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル to 山形駅前bus C2
49 min
¥270–340
Bus via 十日町南
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル to 十日町南bus C2
55 min
¥250–330
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Stationtaxi 17.6 km
16 min
¥6,000–7,500
Drive 17.6 km
1. Drive from Zao Onsen to JR Yamagata Stationcar 17.6 km
16 min
¥306–442
Bus via 山交ビル
1. Take the bus from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル to 山交ビルbus C2
53 min
¥260–330

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Distance: 18.1 km
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Zao Onsen, Japan and JR Yamagata Station, Japan?

Yamako Bus operates a bus from 蔵王温泉バスターミナル to 山形駅前 hourly. Tickets cost ¥270–340 and the journey takes 45 min.

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