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

The cheapest way to get from Ōfunato to Yamagata is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4500 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōfunato to Yamagata is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Ōfunato and Yamagata?

No, there is no direct bus from Ōfunato to Yamagata. However, there are services departing from Kamaishi Eki-Mae and arriving at Yamagata Kencho-mae via Sendai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Ōfunato to Yamagata?

The distance between Ōfunato and Yamagata is 275 km. The road distance is 202.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōfunato to Yamagata without a car is to bus which takes 6h 18m and costs ¥4100 - ¥4500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Ōfunato to Yamagata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōfunato to Yamagata bus from?

Ōfunato to Yamagata bus services, operated by Miyako Kotsu, depart from Kamaishi Eki-Mae station.

Where does the Ōfunato to Yamagata bus arrive?

Ōfunato to Yamagata bus services, operated by Miyako Kotsu, arrive at Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center station.

Can I drive from Ōfunato to Yamagata?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōfunato to Yamagata is 203 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Ōfunato to Yamagata.

Where can I stay near Yamagata?

There are 184+ hotels available in Yamagata.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Kamaishi Eki-Mae to Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Sendai to Yamagata Kencho-maebus Yamagata / ...
6h 18m
¥4,150–4,500
Drive 202.8 km
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1. Drive from Ōfunato to Yamagatacar 202.8 km
3h 1m
¥3,084–4,455
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kamaishi to Shin-Hanamakitrain
2. Take the train from Shin-Hanamaki to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr)train
3. Take the bus from Sendai to Yamagata Kencho-maebus
6h 54m
¥4,116–5,546

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Distance: 274.7 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a train from Sakari to Yamagata Kencho-mae via Kamaishi, Kamaishi Eki-Mae, Sendai Miyagi Kōtsū Bus Center, and Sendai in around 6h 18m.

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