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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Morioka to Zao Onsen

Composite routes from Morioka to Zao Onsen

Cheapest
3 h 3 min
Car
246 km.
from $13
Other
3 h 8 min
Train, Bus
182 km.
from $71.80
4 h 21 min
182 km.
from $54.78
3 h 44 min
Train, bus via 山形駅前 #2, Train, bus via 山形駅前 #2
182 km.
from $53.70
5 h 24 min
182 km.
from $45.61

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Morioka to Sendai
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$39.38–$58.44

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) to Yamagata
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.16

Bus operators

JR Bus Tōhoku

Website:
jrbustohoku.co.jp
Bus from Morioka to Hirosedori
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.46

Yamako Bus

Website:
yamakobus.co.jp
Bus from Sendai Station East exit to Zao
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$8.26–$13.97
Bus from 山形駅前 to 蔵王温泉バスターミナル
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.03–$2.67
Bus from Sendai to Yamagata
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$9.53
Bus from Hirose dori Ichiban-cho to Yamagata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$9.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen?

The cheapest way to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen is to bus which costs $29.35 - $32.61 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen?

The fastest way to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Morioka and Zao Onsen?

No, there is no direct bus from Morioka to Zao Onsen. However, there are services departing from Morioka and arriving at 蔵王温泉バスターミナル via Hirose dori Ichiban-cho and 山形駅前. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Morioka to Zao Onsen?

The distance between Morioka and Zao Onsen is 245 km. The road distance is 247 km.

How do I travel from Morioka to Zao Onsen without a car?

The best way to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 8m and costs $40.22 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Morioka to Zao Onsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morioka to Zao Onsen bus from?

Morioka to Zao Onsen bus services, operated by JR Bus Tōhoku, depart from Morioka station.

Where does the Morioka to Zao Onsen bus arrive?

Morioka to Zao Onsen bus services, operated by JR Bus Tōhoku, arrive at Hirosedori Ichibancho station.

Can I drive from Morioka to Zao Onsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Morioka to Zao Onsen is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Morioka to Zao Onsen.

Where can I stay near Zao Onsen?

There are 125+ hotels available in Zao Onsen. Prices start at $21.63 per night.
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