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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tokyo to Sakata

Composite routes from Tokyo to Sakata

Cheapest
5 h 42 min
Car
483 km.
from $26

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Haneda Airport to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.63–$190.56
Plane from Haneda Airport to Yamagata
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.57–$355.70

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Haneda Airport to Shonai
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$241.37
Plane from Haneda Airport to Akita
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$292.18

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:
$58.44–$82.57
Train from Sakurambohigashine to Shinjo
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.79–$30.49

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Niigata to Sakata(Yamagata)
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$34.30–$48.27
Train from Akita to Sakata(Yamagata)
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.14–$34.30

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Akita to Sakata(Yamagata)
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.43–$16.51
Train from Sakurambohigashine to Shinjo
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.08–$6.99
Train from Shinjo to Sakata(Yamagata)
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.89

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–$55.90

Shonai Kotsu

Website:
shonaikotsu.jp/english
Bus from Akihabara eki to Aeon
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.44–$62.25
Bus from Yamagata Ekimae to Sakata
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Sakata is to bus which costs $50 - $53.26 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Sakata is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $81.52 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Sakata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Akihabara eki and arriving at Aeon Sakata Minamiten. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Sakata?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Sakata. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Sakata(Yamagata) via Niigata. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Sakata?

The distance between Tokyo and Sakata is 464 km. The road distance is 476 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Sakata without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Tokyo to Sakata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Sakata bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Sakata train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tokyo to Sakata?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Sakata is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $53.26 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $217.39 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Tokyo to Sakata bus arrive?

Tokyo to Sakata bus services, operated by Shonai Kotsu, arrive at Aeon Sakata Minamiten station.

What is the time difference between Tokyo and Sakata?

It is currently 18:38 at both, Tokyo and Sakata.

Where does the Tokyo to Sakata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Sakata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Sakata is 476 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Tokyo to Sakata.

Where can I stay near Sakata?

There are 49+ hotels available in Sakata. Prices start at $25.21 per night.
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