4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sendai to Tokyo
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€33
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€33
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
6 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sendai to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sendai to Tokyo will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from Sendai to Tokyo, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1004791:20 PM6h35Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)7:55 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku€331One-way0 transfers
- 1004791:20 PM6h35Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)7:55 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku€331One-way0 transfers
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Compare bus and train for Sendai to Tokyo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sendai to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 304 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sendai to Tokyo:
A bus is €41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sendai to Tokyo costing on average €69.
Other travel options to Tokyo take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 49m.
Live departures
Sendai to Tokyo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sendai to Tokyo buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100479 | 1:20 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h35 | 7:55 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sendai to Tokyo
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Buses from Sendai to Tokyo run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 304 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Willer Express from Sendai to TokyoYou can travel by bus between Sendai to Tokyo with Willer Express for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sendai to Tokyo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sendai to Tokyo by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Cancellations may incur fees
- specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
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- Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
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Popular bus stations from Sendai to Tokyo
Most Sendai to Tokyo buses use the Sendai, Izumi Chuo Station (仙台市 泉中央駅) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Sendai and Tokyo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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