Tokyo to Sendai bus with Willer Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tokyo to Sendai

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€31

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€31

Fastest journey on Sep 20

7 h

Average journey duration on Sep 20

7 h

Buses on Sep 20

1

Distance

304 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tokyo to Sendai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tokyo to Sendai will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.

Fast buses

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from Tokyo to Sendai, including 1 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 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.

  • Willer Express
    1:30 AM7h00
    Tokyo
    8:30 AMSendai
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Tokyo to Sendai

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Sendai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €69.

Distance: 304 km

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Train
Driving

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€69

Average price

€86

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 9m

Average total duration

6h 39m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Willer Express

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Tokyo to Sendai is a bus with an average price of €37.

This is compared to other travel options from Tokyo to Sendai:

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tokyo to Sendai costing on average €66.

The fastest way to travel from Tokyo to Sendai is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Sendai take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tokyo and Sendai including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Tokyo to Sendai bus times

The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Sendai buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Willer Express1:30 AM Tokyo
7h00
8:30 AM Sendai0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Tokyo to Sendai

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Buses from Tokyo to Sendai run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.

There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 304 km distance in 6h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
304 km
Average bus duration
6h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
6h 10m
First bus
6:50 AM
Last bus
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Willer Express from Tokyo to SendaiYou can travel by bus between Tokyo to Sendai with Willer Express for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Willer Express Duration
5h 35m
Cheapest Willer Express Price
€22
Willer Express frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Luggage is stored in the bus trunk or overhead compartments, depending on bus type.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations may incur fees; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Refund
Refunds are provided for cancellations; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted to travel on Willer Express buses.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
An arrangement fee of 330 yen is charged for each trip upon reservation of an intercity express bus with reserved seats.
Toilets

FAQs: Bus from Tokyo to Sendai

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo to Sendai 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 Sendai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Tokyo to Sendai can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tokyo to Sendai is €37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Tokyo to Sendai is 5h 35m to travel the 304 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Tokyo to Sendai leaves at 6:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tokyo to Sendai leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Tokyo to Sendai with Willer Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tokyo to Sendai, you can count on Willer Express for the best way to get you to Sendai. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tokyo and Sendai and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Sendai from Tokyo is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Tokyo to Sendai is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tokyo and Sendai including taking a bus and train.
No, the coach from Tokyo to Sendai has no accessibility options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tokyo to Sendai for coach company Willer Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Tokyo to Sendai depends on the coach companies:
  • Willer Express
    • Cancellations may incur fees
    • specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Tokyo to Sendai.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Tokyo to Sendai.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tokyo to Sendai:
  • Willer Express
    • Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Tokyo to Sendai.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Tokyo to Sendai.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Tokyo to Sendai with the following coach company: Willer Express
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Tokyo to Sendai.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Tokyo to Sendai.

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