How to travel from Miyazaki to Sakata, Japan

The distance between Miyazaki and Sakata is around 1,155km (718 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 20m.

10 routes found

We've found 10 different ways to get from Miyazaki to Sakata by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Miyazaki (KMI) to Shonai (SYO).

  • Duration3h 20m
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ¥43,535($320)

5 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Kagoshima-Chuo, Kokura, Tokyo then Niigata and then to Sakata(Yamagata).

  • Duration12h 45m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥56,815($415)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Kobe then take the bus to Sakata Shoko BT.

  • Duration24h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥35,185($255)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Hakata Bus Terminal then take the train to Kyoto then take the bus to Sakata Shokou Busterminal.

  • Duration18h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥37,375($275)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Sakata.

  • Duration17h 55m
  • Distance1,552km (964 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Miyazaki and Sakata

There are several options for getting from Miyazaki to Sakata by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around ¥34,090 ($250) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥43,535 ($320).

The distance between Miyazaki and Sakata is around 1,155km (718 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,089km (677 miles)

It takes around 3h 20m to get from Miyazaki and Sakata by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Miyazaki to Sakata is to fly which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx ¥43,535 ($320).

The cheapest way to travel between Miyazaki and Sakata, if you exclude driving, is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around ¥34,090 ($250) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Miyazaki and Sakata. It typically takes around 12h 45m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Miyazaki to Sakata. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kagoshima-Chuo, Kokura, Tokyo and Niigata. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 12h 45m.

Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Miyazaki and Sakata. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 12h 45m, 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 Miyazaki and Sakata. We recommend that you fly from Miyazaki (KMI) to Shonai (SYO). instead which will take 3h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Miyazaki and Sakata. Flights depart from Miyazaki (KMI) and arrive at Shonai (SYO) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Miyazaki to Sakata. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 3h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Miyazaki to Sakata typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Miyazaki (KMI) and and arrive into Shonai (SYO).

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 Miyazaki and Sakata. The distance is around 1,552km (964 miles) by road and it will take around 17h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Miyazaki to Sakata is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 20m and will usually cost around ¥43,535 ($320).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Miyazaki and Sakata

Transport options from Miyazaki to Sakata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 5 similar
3h 20m
¥43,535($320)
4 times a day1,259km (783 miles)
Fly to Yamagata (GAJ), train4h 30m
¥34,090($250)
5 times a day1,195km (743 miles)
Plane and Train4h 55m
¥40,250($295)
every 4 hours1,155km (718 miles)
Train and Plane5h 10m
¥93,775($685)
4 times a day1,418km (881 miles)
Fly to Akita (AXT), Train5h 30m
¥40,250($295)
every 3 hours1,455km (904 miles)
Plane and Bus5h 60m
¥53,800($395)
every 3 hours1,306km (812 miles)
Train
12h 45m
¥56,815($415)
every 4 hours1,906km (1,184 miles)
Ferry and Bus
24h 45m
¥35,185($255)
once daily1,280km (795 miles)
Bus and Train
18h 20m
¥37,375($275)
once daily1,585km (985 miles)
Drive
17h 55m
¥22,450($165)
on demand1,552km (964 miles)

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Airports near Sakata

The following major airports near Sakata offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

GAJ
Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Sakata
AXT
Akita Airport (AXT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Sakata
NRT
Narita International Airport (NRT)
International Airport
Distance
353km (219 miles) from Sakata