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08:21
YonezawaYonezawa Station
08:28
TakahataTakahata Station
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First train
08:21
Last train
22:51
Travel duration
7m
Daily departures
7
Departure station
Yonezawa
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Takahata
Ticket price
from $8
Fastest trip
6m
Longest trip
11m
Trains to Yonezawa
Inbound trains reach Yonezawa at Yonezawa Station. JR East Tsubasa services arrive from Tokyo in around 2h10m to 2h20m and from Ueno in about 2h. Trains from Omiya reach Yonezawa in roughly 1h35m, while services from Fukushima arrive in about 35m after leaving the Tohoku Shinkansen corridor. From within Yamagata Prefecture, trains from Yamagata arrive in around 35m to 40m, services from Kaminoyama-Onsen take about 25m, and trains from Shinjo usually take around 1h35m to 1h50m depending on the service.
Visiting Yonezawa
Yonezawa is a regional rail hub in southern Yamagata Prefecture, positioned on the JR East corridor between Fukushima, Yamagata, and Shinjo. The city has one main long-distance train station, Yonezawa Station, where the Yamagata Shinkansen shares the Ou Main Line alignment after branching from the Tohoku Shinkansen at Fukushima.
Train tickets for Yonezawa cover JR East Tsubasa services, local trains on the Ou Main Line, and regional connections across the inland Tohoku network. Yonezawa Station handles reserved-seat Shinkansen services as well as ordinary local trains for shorter trips within Yamagata Prefecture and toward the Fukushima area.
Trains from Yonezawa run south toward Fukushima, Koriyama, Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, and north toward Akayu, Kaminoyama-Onsen, Yamagata, and Shinjo. Trains to Yonezawa also use the same JR East corridor, making the city a practical rail stop for southern Yamagata travel. Book trains from and to Yonezawa online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Yonezawa
From Yonezawa Station, JR East Tsubasa services run south through Fukushima before joining the Tohoku Shinkansen corridor toward Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo. This is the principal long-distance axis for trains from Yonezawa and the main route used for connections beyond the Tohoku region.
Northbound services follow the Ou Main Line toward Akayu, Kaminoyama-Onsen, Yamagata, and Shinjo. Local JR East trains serve shorter regional trips within southern Yamagata Prefecture, while Tsubasa services provide the through intercity link between Yonezawa and the wider Shinkansen network.
Train Operators Serving Yonezawa
JR East operates the main passenger rail services in Yonezawa. The company runs the Yamagata Shinkansen Tsubasa through Yonezawa Station, linking the city with Fukushima, Tokyo, Yamagata, and Shinjo. JR East also operates local Ou Main Line trains for regional travel around southern Yamagata Prefecture. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these JR East services with the 6 to 12 month advance booking window for Yonezawa services.
Destinations from Yonezawa
Service types from Yonezawa Station
Mini-Shinkansen services: JR East Tsubasa trains from Yonezawa toward Fukushima, Omiya, Ueno, Tokyo, Yamagata, and Shinjo. Regional services: Ou Main Line local trains from Yonezawa for shorter trips within southern Yamagata Prefecture and toward Fukushima Prefecture. Intercity connections: transfers at Fukushima open links to the wider Tohoku Shinkansen network. Airport access by rail and transfer: Yonezawa passengers can use rail to Yamagata or larger Shinkansen hubs, then continue by ground transport to the relevant airport.
Travel from Yonezawa to Takahata by local trains and visit the historic Takahata Fudoson Temple or enjoy the views at Lake Kagamiyama.
Frequency
7 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
7m
Takahata
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Yamagata by train and visit the historic Yamagata Castle or relax at the famous Zao Onsen.
Frequency
16 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
35m
Yamagata
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Koriyama by train and visit the picturesque Lake Inawashiro or enjoy the local delicacies at Koriyama's famous food stalls.
Frequency
15 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
50m
Koriyama
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Tokyo by Shinkansen and visit the historic Senso-ji Temple or enjoy shopping in the famous Ginza district.
Frequency
16 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
2h 8m
Tokyo
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Ueno by train and visit Ueno Park or the Tokyo National Museum before discovering Ameyoko Market.
Frequency
15 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
2h 3m
Ueno
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Tendo by train and visit the Tendo Onsen area, famous for its hot springs and the nearby Mount Yudono.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
47m
Tendo
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Shinjo by local train and visit the scenic Shinjo City Park or experience the historical Tanabata Festival at Shinjo's Festival Hall.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
1h 23m
Shinjo
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Utsunomiya by limited express train and visit the Utsunomiya Futaarayama Jinja Shrine or enjoy the famous gyoza at Utsunomiya's local eateries.
Frequency
15 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
1h 18m
Utsunomiya
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Murayama by train and visit the scenic Gassan Shrine or explore the historical Yonezawa Castle ruins.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
57m
Murayama
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Oishida by local train and enjoy the scenic beauty of Oishida Onsen or visit the historic Oishida Shrine.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
1h 7m
Oishida
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Fukushima by train and visit the historic Tsuruga Castle or enjoy the hot springs in the Aizuwakamatsu area.
Frequency
16 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
34m
Fukushima
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Saitama by train and visit the historic Omiya Bonsai Village or enjoy the attractions at Saitama Super Arena.
Frequency
16 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
1h 43m
Saitama
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Nan'yo by local train and visit the historical Yonezawa Castle or enjoy the natural beauty at Nan'yo Park.
Frequency
13 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
12m
Nan'yo
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Kaminoyama by local train and visit the historic Kaminoyama Castle or relax in the famous Kaminoyama Onsen.
Frequency
13 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
26m
Kaminoyama
Japan
Travel from Yonezawa to Higashine by train and visit the beautiful Zao Onsen or the historical Higashine Castle.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Yonezawa
Japan
52m
Higashine
Japan
Yonezawa Major Train Stations
Yonezawa Station is the city's main passenger rail station and the stop to use for long-distance JR East services. It serves the Yamagata Shinkansen Tsubasa, which links the city with the Tohoku Shinkansen network at Fukushima, and local trains on the Ou Main Line for regional travel within Yamagata Prefecture. Smaller local stops in the Yonezawa area are used mainly for ordinary regional trips and are not the primary choice for intercity ticket searches. Most travelers booking Yonezawa train tickets should select Yonezawa Station unless their itinerary specifically names another local stop. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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