How to travel from Motobu to Yamagata, Japan
The distance between Motobu and Yamagata is around 1,986km (1,234 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 6hrs.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Motobu to Yamagata by bus, plane, train and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Yamagata → Motobu if you're planning a return trip.
Bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル, Fly
Take the bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル then fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Yamagata (GAJ).
- Duration6hrs
- Flight time3h 20m
- Typical cost¥21,355($155)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to 鹿児島新港 新港待合所 then take the train to Shin-Kobe then Tokyo and then to Yamagata.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost¥58,320($425)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Motobu and Yamagata
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Motobu to Yamagata by bus, plane, train and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around ¥21,355 ($155) and will take around 6hrs.
The distance between Motobu and Yamagata is around 1,986km (1,234 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,735km (1,078 miles)
It takes around 6h 20m to get from Motobu and Yamagata by bus and plane.
The quickest way to get from Motobu to Yamagata is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 6hrs and will set you back approx ¥21,355 ($155).
The cheapest way to travel between Motobu and Yamagata is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around ¥21,355 ($155) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Motobu and Yamagata. We recommend that you take the bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル then fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Yamagata (GAJ). instead which will take 6hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Motobu and Yamagata. We recommend that you take the bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル then fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Yamagata (GAJ). instead which will take 6hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Motobu to Yamagata. We recommend that you take the bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル then fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 6h 20m.
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 Motobu to Yamagata. We recommend that you take the bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル then fly from Okinawa (OKA) to Sendai (SDJ) then take the bus to Yamagata Kencho-mae. instead which will take 6h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Motobu to Yamagata is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around ¥32,855 ($240).
Compare travel optionsbetween Motobu and Yamagata
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル, Fly + 4 similar | 6hrs | ¥21,355($155) | every 4 hours | 1,995km (1,239 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 6h 20m | ¥32,855($240) | every 3 hours | 1,986km (1,234 miles) |
| Bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル, plane | 7h 45m | ¥33,265($245) | 4 times a day | 2,125km (1,320 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 7h 25m | ¥35,595($260) | every 3 hours | 1,988km (1,235 miles) |
| Bus to 那覇空港国内線ターミナル, plane and train | 7h 40m | ¥36,005($265) | every 3 hours | 2,007km (1,247 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 1 day 8h | ¥58,320($425) | 5 times a week | 2,333km (1,450 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Motobu and Yamagata
Airlines
Peach Aviation Limited
Japan Transocean Air
Solaseed Air
Train operators
Bus companies
Yanbaru Express
Karry Kanko
Yamako Bus
Ferry operators
A Line
Marix Line
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