How to travel from Sakata to Yamagata, Japan

The distance between Sakata and Yamagata is around 113km (70 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

3 routes found

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

👋 Also check out YamagataSakata if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Shinjo and then to Yamagata.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ¥4,790($35)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Kenchomae.

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    ¥3,010($22)
Operated by

Shonai Kotsu

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Yamagata.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance113km (70 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sakata and Yamagata

There are several options for getting from Sakata to Yamagata by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥3,010 ($22) and will take around 2h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥1,645 ($12).

The distance between Sakata and Yamagata is around 113km (70 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 85km (53 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Sakata and Yamagata by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sakata to Yamagata is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx ¥1,645 ($12).

The cheapest way to travel between Sakata and Yamagata, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥3,010 ($22) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Sakata and Yamagata. It typically takes around 1h 50m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Sakata to Yamagata. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shinjo. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 1h 50m.

Japan Railways (JR) and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Sakata and Yamagata. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 1h 50m, 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 Sakata and Yamagata. It typically takes around 2h 20m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Sakata and Yamagata with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 2h 20m.

Shonai Kotsu run regular bus services between Sakata and Yamagata. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 2h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sakata to Yamagata. We recommend that you take the bus to Kenchomae. instead which will take 2h 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

Yes it is possible to drive from Sakata and Yamagata. The distance is around 113km (70 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sakata to Yamagata is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ¥3,010 ($22).

How do I get from Sakata to Yamagata

Compare travel optionsbetween Sakata and Yamagata

Transport options from Sakata to Yamagata
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 50m
¥4,790($35)
5 times a day117km (73 miles)
Bus
2h 20m
¥3,010($22)
every 3 hours118km (73 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
¥1,645($12)
on demand113km (70 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