How to travel from Chitose to Yamagata, Japan
The distance between Chitose and Yamagata is around 581km (361 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 2h 45m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Chitose to Yamagata by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Yamagata → Chitose if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae.
- Duration2h 45m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost¥22,180($160)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae.
- Duration6h 35m
- Departsevery 3 hours
- Typical cost¥20,810($150)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Port of Sendai Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae.
- Duration17h 15m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥15,335($110)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Hakodate then take a ferry to Oma then drive to Yamagata.
- Duration11h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥13,965($100)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chitose and Yamagata
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chitose to Yamagata by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥13,965 ($100) and will take around 11h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥22,180 ($160).
The distance between Chitose and Yamagata is around 581km (361 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 520km (323 miles)
It takes around 2h 45m to get from Chitose and Yamagata by plane and bus.
The quickest way to get from Chitose to Yamagata is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx ¥22,180 ($160).
The cheapest way to travel between Chitose and Yamagata is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥13,965 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Chitose and Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 2h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chitose and Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 2h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chitose to Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 2h 45m.
The closest major airport to Yamagata is Yamagata Airport (GAJ) (GAJ) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Yamagata. Sendai Airport (SDJ) (SDJ) and Narita International Airport (NRT) (NRT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Chitose to Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from New Chitose (CTS) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 2h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chitose to Yamagata is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around ¥22,180 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Chitose and Yamagata
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 1 similar | 2h 45m | ¥22,180($160) | every 30 mins | 601km (374 miles) |
| Plane, Train and Bus | 3h 10m | ¥22,315($165) | hourly | 581km (361 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 6h 35m | ¥20,810($150) | every 3 hours | 808km (502 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 10h 20m | ¥25,600($185) | once daily | 833km (518 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 17h 15m | ¥15,335($110) | once daily | 647km (402 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 11h 25m | ¥13,965($100) | twice daily | 793km (493 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chitose and Yamagata
Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
AIRDO
Ibex Airlines
Ferry operators
Taiheiyo ferry
Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry
Bus companies
Yamako Bus
Hokkaido Access Network
Good Sports
Hakodate Teisan Bus
JR Bus Tōhoku
Train operators
Airports near Yamagata
The following major airports near Yamagata offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Yamagata
Sendai Airport (SDJ)
- Distance
- 53km (33 miles) from Yamagata
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 276km (172 miles) from Yamagata