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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tokyo to Shōnai

Composite routes from Tokyo to Shōnai

Cheapest
5 h 33 min
Car
473 km.
from $26
Fastest
1 h 8 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Haneda Airport to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.98–$165.15
Plane from Haneda Airport to Yamagata
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$368.41

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Haneda Airport to Shonai
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$254.07
Plane from Haneda Airport to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$292.18
Plane from Haneda Airport to Odate–Noshiro
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.33–$330.30

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Tōkyō Station to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.71–$88.93
Train from Yamagata to Shinjo
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.60–$35.57
Train from Sakurambohigashine to Shinjo
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niigata to Amarume
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$33.03–$47.00
Train from Tsuruoka to Amarume
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.53–$17.79
Train from Akita to Amarume
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.68–$38.11
Train from Takanosu(Jr) to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$30.49

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Yamagata to Shinjo
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16
Train from Shinjo to Amarume
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.46–$7.62
Train from Tsuruoka to Amarume
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$3.43
Train from Sakurambohigashine to Shinjo
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.21–$6.99
Train from Takanosu(Jr) to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.16–$13.97

Bus operators

JR Bus Tōhoku

Website:
jrbustohoku.co.jp
Bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Yamagata
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.49–$57.17

Shonai Kotsu

Website:
shonaikotsu.jp/english
Bus from Akihabara eki to Amarume
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.71–$63.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shōnai?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shōnai is to bus which costs $51.09 - $54.35 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shōnai?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shōnai is to fly and train which takes 4h 44m and costs $92.39 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shōnai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Akihabara eki and arriving at Amarume Eki mae. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shōnai?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Shōnai. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Amarume via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shōnai?

The distance between Tokyo and Shōnai is 451 km. The road distance is 466.4 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Shōnai without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shōnai without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Shōnai?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Tokyo to Shōnai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shōnai bus from?

Tokyo to Shōnai bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, depart from Akihabara eki station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shōnai train from?

Tokyo to Shōnai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shōnai?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shōnai is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $54.35 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Tokyo to Shōnai bus arrive?

Tokyo to Shōnai bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Amarume Eki mae station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shōnai train arrive?

Tokyo to Shōnai train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Niigata station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Shōnai?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Shōnai is 466 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Tokyo to Shōnai.

Where can I stay near Shōnai?

There are 48+ hotels available in Shōnai. Prices start at $25.74 per night.
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