How to travel from Maniwa to Morioka, Japan
The distance between Maniwa and Morioka is around 1,014km (630 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 20m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Maniwa to Morioka by bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Morioka → Maniwa if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Shinji then fly from Izumo (IZO) to Morioka (HNA).
- Duration6hrs
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical cost¥29,570($215)
Multiple operators
6 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Okayama Daigaku Suji, Osaka Station JR Express BT then Sendai Station and then to Morioka.
- Duration18h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥21,355($155)
Multiple bus operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Okayama Sta. then take the train to Tokyo and then to Morioka.
- Duration7hrs
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥31,075($225)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Maniwa and Morioka
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Maniwa to Morioka by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥21,355 ($155) and will take around 18h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus, then take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥31,625 ($230).
The distance between Maniwa and Morioka is around 1,014km (630 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 831km (517 miles)
It takes around 7hrs to get from Maniwa and Morioka by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 50m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Maniwa to Morioka is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which takes around 5h 20m and will set you back approx ¥31,625 ($230).
The cheapest way to travel between Maniwa and Morioka, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥21,355 ($155) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Maniwa and Morioka. We recommend that you take the bus to Okayama Sta. then take the train to Shin-Osaka then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Morioka (HNA). instead which will take 5h 20m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Maniwa and Morioka. It typically takes around 18h 35m and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Maniwa to Morioka. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Okayama Daigaku Suji, Osaka Station JR Express BT and Sendai Station. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 18h 35m.
Chutetsu Bus, Ryobi Express, Kintetsu Bus, JR Bus Tōhoku and Jam Jam Liner run regular bus services between Maniwa and Morioka. Buses run once daily and take around 18h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Maniwa to Morioka. We recommend that you take the bus to Okayama Sta. then take the train to Shin-Osaka then fly from Osaka Itami (ITM) to Morioka (HNA). instead which will take 5h 20m.
The closest major airport to Morioka is Hanamaki Airport (HNA) (HNA) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Morioka. Akita Airport (AXT) (AXT) and New Chitose Airport (CTS) (CTS) 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 Maniwa and Morioka. The distance is around 1,083km (673 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 50m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Maniwa to Morioka is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 7hrs and will usually cost around ¥31,075 ($225).
Compare travel optionsbetween Maniwa and Morioka
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 6 similar | 6hrs | ¥29,570($215) | twice daily | 1,164km (723 miles) |
| Train to Tsuyama, plane | 6h 60m | ¥33,265($245) | 5 times a day | 1,241km (771 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 5h 20m | ¥31,625($230) | twice daily | 1,014km (630 miles) |
| Bus to Okayama Sta., train and plane | 5h 30m | ¥34,360($250) | twice daily | 1,066km (662 miles) |
| Bus to Okayama Sta., train and plane | 5h 40m | ¥41,890($305) | twice daily | 1,294km (804 miles) |
| Bus to Okayama Sta., train and plane | 6h 40m | ¥41,070($300) | twice daily | 1,265km (786 miles) |
| Bus to Okayama Sta., train and plane | 6h 40m | ¥36,825($270) | twice daily | 1,091km (678 miles) |
Bus + 1 similar | 18h 35m | ¥21,355($155) | once daily | 1,236km (768 miles) |
| Bus via Okayama Daigaku Suji | 19hrs | ¥22,725($165) | once daily | 1,238km (769 miles) |
Bus and Train | 7hrs | ¥31,075($225) | twice daily | 1,254km (779 miles) |
Drive | 12h 50m | ¥16,155($120) | on demand | 1,083km (673 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Maniwa and Morioka
Bus companies
Chutetsu Bus
Ryobi Express
Kintetsu Bus
JR Bus Tōhoku
Jam Jam Liner
Airlines
Ibex Airlines
Fuji Dream
Train operators
Airports near Morioka
The following major airports near Morioka offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Hanamaki Airport (HNA)
- Distance
- 31km (19 miles) from Morioka
Akita Airport (AXT)
- Distance
- 81km (50 miles) from Morioka
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Distance
- 346km (215 miles) from Morioka