What is the cheapest way to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station) is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Sendai (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Sendai (Station). However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Sendai via Niigata and Ōmiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Niigata to Sendai (Station)?

The distance between Niigata and Sendai (Station) is 568 km. The road distance is 214.8 km.

How do I travel from Niigata to Sendai (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs ¥14000 - ¥22000.

How long does it take to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Sendai (Station) train from?

Niigata to Sendai (Station) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Niigata station.

Train or bus from Niigata to Sendai (Station)?

The best way to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station) is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs ¥14000 - ¥22000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3900 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 23m.

What is the time difference between Niigata and Sendai (Station)?

Sendai (Station) is 1h behind Niigata. It is currently 4:29 PM in Niigata and 3:29 PM in Sendai (Station).

Where does the Niigata to Sendai (Station) train arrive?

Niigata to Sendai (Station) train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Niigata to Sendai (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Sendai (Station) is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Niigata to Sendai (Station).

Where can I stay near Sendai (Station)?

There are 261+ hotels available in Sendai (Station).

Niigata to Sendai (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station) by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Niigata to ŌmiyaToki
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to SendaiKomachi / ...
3h 51m
¥14,645–21,269
Drive 214.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Niigata to Sendai (Station)214.8 km
3h 9m
¥3,656–5,281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Niigata to Sendai
5h 23m
¥3,990–5,714
Bus via Yamagata
1. Take the bus from Niigata to Yamagata Yamako BldgYamagata
2. Take the bus from Yamagata Yamako Bldg to SendaiYamagata / ...
6h 27m
¥3,745–5,469

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Niigata to Sendai (Station).

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Distance: 568 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Niigata, Japan and Sendai (Station), Miyagi, Japan?

You can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Sendai via Niigata and Ōmiya in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Niigata to Sendai 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,900–5,500 and the journey takes 4h 13m.

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