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How to get from Sendai to Aomori

Every practical way to travel from Sendai to Aomori, compared on time, cost and changes.

Sendai StationShin-Aomori Station

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    Journey time
    1h 45m
    Typical fare
    ¥12,000
    Changes
    Direct
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Journey times and fares are typical one-way figures for a standard seat, not live quotes. Peak-season, reserved-seat and green-car prices run higher — always confirm at the time of booking.

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What to know

The northern end of the Tohoku Shinkansen. Worth doing as a leg toward Hokkaido rather than as a destination pair in itself.

Is a rail pass worth it?

This journey alone comes to about ¥24,000 return, so a nationwide pass will not pay for itself on this trip. A regional pass is the better question — check the one below against your full itinerary.

Frequently asked

What is the fastest way to get from Sendai to Aomori?
Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 1h 45m for a typical fare of ¥12,000.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sendai to Aomori?
Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 1h 45m for a typical fare of ¥12,000.
How long does it take to get from Sendai to Aomori?
Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 1h 45m for a typical fare of ¥12,000.

Before you travel

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