How to travel from Fukui to Sakata, Japan
The distance between Fukui and Sakata is around 536km (333 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 30m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Fukui to Sakata by train, car, plane and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sakata → Fukui if you're planning a return trip.
Train to Maibara, plane
Take the train to Maibara and then to Nagoya then fly from Nagoya Airfield (NKM) to Yamagata (GAJ) then take the train to Shinjo and then to Sakata(Yamagata).
- Duration4h 30m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost¥25,325($185)
Multiple operators
5 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Kanazawa, Joetsumyoko then Niigata and then to Sakata(Yamagata).
- Duration5h 55m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost¥19,305($140)
Multiple train operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Fukui and Sakata
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Fukui to Sakata by train, car, plane and bus. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ¥19,305 ($140) and will take around 5h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥25,325 ($185).
The distance between Fukui and Sakata is around 536km (333 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 449km (279 miles)
It takes around 5h 55m to get from Fukui and Sakata by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 15m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Fukui to Sakata is to take the train and then fly which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx ¥25,325 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Fukui and Sakata, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ¥19,305 ($140) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Fukui and Sakata. It typically takes around 5h 55m and departs 5 times a day.
There are no direct train services that runs from Fukui to Sakata. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kanazawa, Joetsumyoko and Niigata. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 55m.
Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways (JR) and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Fukui and Sakata. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 5h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Fukui and Sakata. We recommend that you take the train to Maibara and then to Nagoya then fly from Nagoya Airfield (NKM) to Yamagata (GAJ) then take the train to Shinjo and then to Sakata(Yamagata). instead which will take 4h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Fukui to Sakata. We recommend that you take the train to Maibara and then to Nagoya then fly from Nagoya Airfield (NKM) to Niigata (KIJ) then take the train to Sakata(Yamagata). instead which will take 4h 55m.
The closest major airport to Sakata is Yamagata Airport (GAJ) (GAJ) which is approximately 73km (45 miles) from Sakata. Akita Airport (AXT) (AXT) 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
Yes it is possible to drive from Fukui and Sakata. The distance is around 536km (333 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 15m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Fukui to Sakata is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 55m and will usually cost around ¥19,305 ($140).
Compare travel optionsbetween Fukui and Sakata
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train to Maibara, plane + 5 similar | 4h 30m | ¥25,325($185) | 5 times a day | 692km (430 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 55m | ¥26,010($190) | every 4 hours | 658km (409 miles) |
| Train to Tsuruga, plane | 6h 15m | ¥36,280($265) | 5 times a day | 897km (557 miles) |
| Train to Tsuruga, plane | 6h 40m | ¥41,070($300) | every 4 hours | 857km (532 miles) |
| Train to Tsuruga, plane | 6h 50m | ¥52,020($380) | every 3 hours | 1,007km (625 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Bus | 7h 45m | ¥46,410($340) | every 3 hours | 1,008km (626 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 5h 55m | ¥19,305($140) | 5 times a day | 558km (347 miles) |
| Train via Kanazawa | 6h 30m | ¥25,465($185) | every 4 hours | 772km (480 miles) |
Drive | 6h 15m | ¥7,805($57) | on demand | 536km (333 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Fukui and Sakata
Bus companies
Hokutetsu Transportation
Keifuku Bus
Shonai Kotsu
Miyako Kotsu
Train operators
Airlines
Fuji Dream
Ibex Airlines
Airports near Sakata
The following major airports near Sakata offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
- Distance
- 73km (45 miles) from Sakata
Akita Airport (AXT)
- Distance
- 84km (52 miles) from Sakata
Narita International Airport (NRT)
- Distance
- 353km (219 miles) from Sakata