How to travel from Kitami to Yamagata, Japan
The distance between Kitami and Yamagata is around 792km (492 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 10m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Kitami to Yamagata by plane, bus, train, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Yamagata → Kitami if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Memambetsu (MMB) to Yamagata (GAJ).
- Duration3h 10m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost¥24,095($175)
+ 3 others2 similiar routes
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Sapporo(Jr) then Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Sendai(Miyagi/Jr) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae.
- Duration11h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥34,635($255)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Hakodate then take a ferry to Oma then drive to Yamagata.
- Duration14h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥18,210($135)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kitami and Yamagata
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kitami to Yamagata by plane, bus, train, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥18,210 ($135) and will take around 14h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥24,095 ($175).
The distance between Kitami and Yamagata is around 792km (492 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 685km (426 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Kitami and Yamagata by plane and bus.
The quickest way to get from Kitami to Yamagata is to fly which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx ¥24,095 ($175).
The cheapest way to travel between Kitami and Yamagata is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥18,210 ($135) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kitami and Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from Memambetsu (MMB) to Yamagata (GAJ). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kitami and Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from Memambetsu (MMB) to Yamagata (GAJ). instead which will take 3h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kitami and Yamagata. Flights depart from Memambetsu (MMB) and arrive at Yamagata (GAJ) - via New Chitose (CTS). The flight takes around 2hrs.
There is no direct flight from Kitami to Yamagata. There is however a flight that goes via New Chitose (CTS). This services will take at least 3h 10m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kitami to Yamagata typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Memambetsu (MMB) and and arrive into Yamagata (GAJ).
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 Kitami to Yamagata. We recommend that you fly from Memambetsu (MMB) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 4hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kitami to Yamagata is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around ¥41,205 ($300).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kitami and Yamagata
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 3h 10m | ¥24,095($175) | every 4 hours | 792km (492 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 4hrs | ¥41,205($300) | hourly | 862km (536 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 7h 15m | ¥47,780($350) | twice daily | 963km (598 miles) |
Train and Bus + 2 similar | 11h 40m | ¥34,635($255) | twice daily | 1,171km (728 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 14h 25m | ¥26,560($195) | every 4 hours | 1,118km (695 miles) |
| Bus to 大通ｂｃ, train | 15h 25m | ¥25,875($190) | 4 times a day | 1,118km (695 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 14h 40m | ¥18,210($135) | twice daily | 1,087km (675 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kitami and Yamagata
Airlines
Fuji Dream
AIRDO
Peach Aviation Limited
Ferry operators
Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry
Bus companies
Yamako Bus
北海道バス
Hokkaido Chuo 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