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Cheapest price on 29 Sept
189kr
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
218kr
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
6 h 15 m
Buses on 29 Sept
21
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sendai to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sendai to Tokyo will cost around 218kr if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 189kr.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 21 buses from Sendai to Tokyo, including 21 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
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.
1004884:40 PM6h45Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)11:25 PMTokyo, Shinkiba Station (2 stops to Maihama Station)189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004884:20 PM6h25Sendai, Sendai Station East Exit (JR Bus Stop 72)10:45 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004791:20 PM6h35Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)7:55 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004884:40 PM6h05Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)10:45 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004816:50 AM5h50Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)12:40 PMTokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F)189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004816:50 AM5h50Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)12:40 PMTokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F)189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004884:40 PM6h05Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)10:45 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004816:50 AM6h20Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)1:10 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004884:20 PM6h25Sendai, Sendai Station East Exit (JR Bus Stop 72)10:45 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
1004791:20 PM6h35Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center)7:55 PMTokyo, Busta Shinjuku189 kr1One-way0 changes
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Live departures
Sendai to Tokyo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sendai to Tokyo coaches for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
100488 | 4:20 PM Sendai, Sendai Station East Exit (JR Bus Stop 72) | 7h05 | 11:25 PM Tokyo, Shinkiba Station (2 stops to Maihama Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
100488 | 4:20 PM Sendai, Sendai Station East Exit (JR Bus Stop 72) | 6h25 | 10:45 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
100488 | 4:40 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h45 | 11:25 PM Tokyo, Shinkiba Station (2 stops to Maihama Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
100488 | 4:40 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h05 | 10:45 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
100477 | 10:45 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 7h00 | 5:45 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 changesdirect | |
100477 | 10:45 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 8h15 | 7:00 AM Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 0 changesdirect | |
100477 | 10:45 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 7h30 | 6:15 AM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
100475 | 11:00 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 8h00 | 7:00 AM Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
100475 | 11:00 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 7h25 | 6:25 AM Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
100489 | 11:10 PM Sendai, Sendai Station East Exit (JR Bus Stop 72) | 7h50 | 7:00 AM Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 0 changesdirect | |
100489 | 11:10 PM Sendai, Sendai Station East Exit (JR Bus Stop 72) | 7h10 | 6:20 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 changesdirect | |
100489 | 11:30 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h50 | 6:20 AM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 changesdirect | |
100489 | 11:30 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 7h30 | 7:00 AM Tokyo, Disneyland Bus Terminal West | 0 changesdirect | |
100474 | 11:40 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h35 | 6:15 AM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
100474 | 11:40 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 7h20 | 7:00 AM Tokyo, DisneySea Bus Terminal South | 0 changesdirect | |
100481 | 6:50 AM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 5h50 | 12:40 PM Tokyo, Ikebukuro Sunshine Bus Terminal (Sunshine City Cultural Center 1F) | 0 changesdirect | |
100481 | 6:50 AM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h20 | 1:10 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
100484 | 9:45 AM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h40 | 4:25 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
100479 | 1:20 PM Sendai, Station West Exit (Miyako Sendai Expressway Bus Center) | 6h35 | 7:55 PM Tokyo, Busta Shinjuku | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sendai to Tokyo
Buses from Sendai to Tokyo run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 179kr if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 304 km distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price 179kr |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Bus providers: Willer Express from Sendai to TokyoYou can travel by bus between Sendai to Tokyo with Willer Express for as low as 179kr. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sendai to Tokyo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sendai to Tokyo by coach. 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 coach, 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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