Sendai to Tokyo

Sendai to Tokyo

Sendai
Tokyo
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Sendai to Tokyo Destination Reviews

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Comfortable bus and a driver who gave lots of information and was very clear.
Sendai to Tokyo, Bus Relax 4 Plus, Sakura Kotsu (株式会社桜交通), Apr 7, 2025
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Sendai to Tokyo Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Shinkansen
Unreserved seat
06:07
08:14
$82.79
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
06:23
08:33
$86.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
06:41
08:44
$86.09
Bus
JR Bus Tohoku
Intercity
07:00
12:51
$24.26
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
07:21
08:56
$88.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
07:46
09:35
$86.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
08:07
10:07
$86.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
08:35
10:41
$86.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
08:57
10:33
$88.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
09:22
10:56
$88.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
09:41
11:48
$86.09
Bus
Sakura Kotsu
Standard
10:00
15:25
$18.91
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
10:22
11:56
$88.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
10:44
12:48
$86.09
Bus
JR Bus Tohoku
Intercity
11:00
16:53
$23.08
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
11:17
12:56
$90.58
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Standard Class
11:38
14:11
$69.83
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
11:57
13:32
$88.09
Train
Shinkansen
Reserved
12:18
13:56
$90.58
Train
Shinkansen
Green Car
12:44
14:48
$108.89

How to get from Sendai to Tokyo

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 124.49 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 41.74.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 9 hours to travel between Sendai and Tokyo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Sendai and Tokyo. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 18m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 15m to reach Tokyo.

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

Travelling between Sendai and Tokyo can be as cheap as USD 41.74 if you opt for a JR Bus Tohoku bus and as expensive as USD 124.49 if you buy a IBEX Airlines, Jetstar Japan flight 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 Sendai and Tokyo ?

  • 1 by flight from Sendai to Tokyo starting from 08:10 Sendai Airport until 08:10 Sendai Airport
  • 1 from Sendai to Tokyo starting from 23:45 Sendai City until 23:45 Sendai City

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Sendai to Tokyo 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 Sendai and Tokyo

JR Bus Tohoku

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 Sendai to Tokyo?

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

  • 89% took a train
  • 11% opted for a bus

Transportation from Sendai to Tokyo

Facts about the transport from Sendai to Tokyo

Cheapest Transport$42
Fastest Transport2h 18m
Earliest Departure6:51 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day2
Distance115 kilometers
Transport CompaniesIBEX Airlines, Jetstar Japan, JR Bus Tohoku, Shinkansen JR East