Tokyo to Sendai

Tokyo to Sendai

Tokyo
Sendai
Tue, May 21
One Way
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Tokyo to Sendai Schedule

Tokyo to Sendai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 06:40 - 08:58¥ 11,435
Japan Airlines Economy 08:05 - 13:35¥ 37,549
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 10:12 - 12:30¥ 11,435
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 13:20 - 15:53¥ 11,771
Shinkansen JR East Unreserved seat 14:12 - 16:30¥ 11,088
Sakura Kotsu SK4 Express 17:20 - 23:00¥ 3,036
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 18:36 - 20:54¥ 11,435
Air Do Economy 21:30 - 12:20¥ 30,140
Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 Express 23:05 - 05:00¥ 4,554

Transportation from Tokyo to Sendai

Facts about the transport from Tokyo to Sendai

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport2h 18m
Earliest Departure6:32 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day32
Distance115 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKeio Dentetsu Bus Co XKE04, Sakura Kotsu, Shinkansen JR East, Skymark Airlines

How to get from Tokyo to Sendai

Travelling between Tokyo and Sendai is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 137.35 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 71.42.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Sendai?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 22 hours to travel between Tokyo and Sendai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Tokyo and Sendai. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 18m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 21h 30m to reach Sendai.

How much does it cost to get from Tokyo to Sendai?

Travelling between Tokyo and Sendai can be as cheap as USD 71.42 if you opt for a Shinkansen JR East train and as expensive as USD 137.35 if you buy a Shinkansen JR East Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Tokyo and Sendai ?

  • 32 from Tokyo to Sendai starting from 06:32 Tokyo until 20:56 Tokyo

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Tokyo to Sendai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Tokyo to Sendai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Tokyo and Sendai

Keio Dentetsu Bus Co XKE04, Sakura Kotsu (株式会社桜交通)

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Tokyo to Sendai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 62% took a train
  • 38% opted for a bus