How to travel from Nakatsu to Yamagata, Japan

The distance between Nakatsu and Yamagata is around 1,293km (804 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 7h 60m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Nakatsu to Yamagata by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Kokura then Tokyo and then to Yamagata.

  • Duration7h 60m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥36,280($265)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Kyōto and then to Yamagata Yamako Bldg.

  • Duration21h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥22,860($165)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Yamagata.

  • Duration14h 45m
  • Distance1,293km (804 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nakatsu and Yamagata

There are several options for getting from Nakatsu to Yamagata by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥22,860 ($165) and will take around 21h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 7h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥36,280 ($265).

The distance between Nakatsu and Yamagata is around 1,293km (804 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 972km (604 miles)

It takes around 7h 60m to get from Nakatsu and Yamagata by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 14h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Nakatsu to Yamagata is to take the train which takes around 7h 60m and will set you back approx ¥36,280 ($265).

The cheapest way to travel between Nakatsu and Yamagata, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥22,860 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Nakatsu and Yamagata. It typically takes around 7h 60m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Nakatsu to Yamagata. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kokura and Tokyo. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 7h 60m.

Japan Railways Limited Express, Japan Railways (JR) and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Nakatsu and Yamagata. Trains depart hourly and will take around 7h 60m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Nakatsu and Yamagata. It typically takes around 21h 15m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Nakatsu to Yamagata. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kyōto. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 21h 15m.

Kintetsu Bus and Yamako Bus run regular bus services between Nakatsu and Yamagata. Buses run once daily and take around 21h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nakatsu to Yamagata. We recommend that you take the train to Kokura then Tokyo and then to Yamagata. instead which will take 7h 60m.

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

Yes it is possible to drive from Nakatsu and Yamagata. The distance is around 1,293km (804 miles) by road and it will take around 14h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nakatsu to Yamagata is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 60m and will usually cost around ¥36,280 ($265).

How do I get from Nakatsu to Yamagata

Compare travel optionsbetween Nakatsu and Yamagata

Transport options from Nakatsu to Yamagata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
7h 60m
¥36,280($265)
hourly1,400km (870 miles)
Bus
21h 15m
¥22,860($165)
once daily1,346km (836 miles)
Drive
14h 45m
¥19,305($140)
on demand1,293km (804 miles)

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Airports near Yamagata

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

GAJ
Yamagata Airport (GAJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Yamagata
SDJ
Sendai Airport (SDJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
53km (33 miles) from Yamagata
NRT
Narita International Airport (NRT)
International Airport
Distance
276km (172 miles) from Yamagata