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How to Get from Sendai to Aomori

Sendai to Aomori on the Hayabusa Shinkansen takes 1h35 to 1h50. Compare Standard, Green Car and GranClass fares in yen.

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Last updated: October 29, 2026

How to Get from Sendai to Aomori
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Leaving the leafy avenues of Sendai for the northern end of Honshu feels like a real expedition into the Tohoku region. Sendai is a polished city with samurai roots, while Aomori brings a salty sea breeze, apples and a slower pace on Mutsu Bay. The trip links the biggest city in Miyagi Prefecture with the gateway to Hokkaido.

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The route runs on the Tohoku Shinkansen. You can easily secure your spot on these high speed lines by booking through GoAsia.cc, ensuring your seat is reserved before you even arrive at the station.

Sendai to Aomori by Train

Hayabusa trains run from Sendai Station to Shin-Aomori Station, stopping at Morioka and Hachinohe and, on some trains, a few more stations.[1][2] Yamabiko trains from Sendai end at Morioka, so you need a Hayabusa.[1] The ride takes between 1h35 and about 1h50, depending on the train.[2] Every seat on the Hayabusa is reserved, so you need a seat reservation.[3] Some Hayabusa trains offer on-board sales, but not on every section.[2]

Shin-Aomori is the end of the line for the Shinkansen. Aomori Station is one stop further on the Ou Line, a local ride of about 6 minutes.[4] Local trains leave Shin-Aomori one to three times an hour during the day.[5]

The building of Shin-Aomori Station
The building of Shin-Aomori StationPhoto: MaedaAkihiko / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

Standard Class

Standard Class costs 11,440 yen for the fare and the express charge, based on the JR East e-ticket price in the normal season.[6] The express charge goes up by 200 or 400 yen in busy periods and drops by 200 yen in the quietest season.[7] It is the cheapest way to make the trip, and you ride in a reserved seat in an ordinary car.

Green Car

The Green Car is the Shinkansen's first-class car. It adds a Green charge of 4,190 yen for this distance and takes 530 yen off the express charge, so the total comes to 15,100 yen.[8][6]

GranClass

GranClass is the top class on the Hayabusa, with only 18 seats in the car.[9] Rows have three seats, and each seat reclines up to 45 degrees at the touch of a control panel.[10] Every seat has a power outlet.[11] On most trains an attendant serves more than 10 kinds of drinks and a light meal, but some trains have no beverage or light meal service.[9][12] For Sendai to Shin-Aomori, the GranClass charge is 11,190 yen on trains with the service and 7,340 yen on trains without it. With the fare and the reduced express charge, the total is 22,100 yen or 18,250 yen.[8][6]

Comparing Your Options

ClassPriceDurationSeat
Standard Class11,440 yen[6]1h 35min to 1h 50min[2][3]Ordinary car, reserved[3]
Green Car15,100 yen[8]1h 35min to 1h 50min[2][3]Green Car, reserved[3]
GranClass18,250 to 22,100 yen[8]1h 35min to 1h 50min[2][3]18 seats, rows of three[9][10]

Japan Rail Pass and JR East Pass

The Japan Rail Pass covers all Tohoku Shinkansen trains, including the Hayabusa, in ordinary cars, and in Green Cars with a Green Car pass. GranClass is not included: you pay the express charge and the GranClass charge on top of the basic fare.[13][14] The JR East Pass also covers reserved seats in ordinary cars on this route, and Green Car or GranClass costs extra.[15]

Timetable

Sendai - Aomori More info / Tickets
Train Sendai - Aomori $ 73.04–132.28 3h 57m
  • →  Standard Class 09:05, 13:17, 15:53, 19:53
  • →  Gran Class 09:05, 13:17, 15:53, 19:53
  • →  Green Car 09:05, 13:17, 15:53, 19:53

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Sendai to Aomori?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Sendai to Aomori, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Sendai to Aomori?

The cheapest way is a reserved seat in Standard Class on the Hayabusa Shinkansen, which costs 11,440 yen for the fare and express charge at the JR East e-ticket normal-season price.

What is the fastest way to get from Sendai to Aomori?

The Hayabusa Shinkansen is the fastest way. The quickest trains take 1h35 from Sendai to Shin-Aomori.

How long does it take to get from Sendai to Aomori?

The Hayabusa takes between 1h35 and about 1h50 from Sendai to Shin-Aomori, depending on the train. The time is the same in Standard Class, the Green Car and GranClass. Add about 6 minutes on the Ou Line to reach Aomori Station.

Do I need to reserve a seat on the Hayabusa?

Yes. Every seat on the Hayabusa is reserved, so you need a seat reservation for your train. With a Japan Rail Pass you can reserve at no extra charge.

What is the difference between Shin-Aomori and Aomori Station?

Shin-Aomori is the station where the Shinkansen ends. Aomori Station is one stop further on the Ou Line, a local train ride of about 6 minutes.

Can I use the Japan Rail Pass on this route?

Yes. The Japan Rail Pass covers the Hayabusa in ordinary cars, and in Green Cars with a Green Car pass. GranClass is not included, so you pay the express charge and the GranClass charge on top of the basic fare.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Timetable: Sendai Station, Tohoku/Hokkaido Shinkansen (for Morioka, Shin-Aomori). Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  2. [2] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Timetable: Shinkansen Hayabusa 15 (Tokyo to Shin-Aomori). Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  3. [3] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Timetable: Shinkansen Hayabusa 41 (Tokyo to Shin-Aomori). Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  4. [4] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Timetable: Local 653M (Hirosaki to Aomori). Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  5. [5] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Shin-Aomori Station Timetable, Ou Line for Aomori. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  6. [6] East Japan Railway Company (JR East), Eki-net: Shinkansen e-ticket prices (normal season): Tohoku/Hokkaido Shinkansen Hayabusa, ordinary car. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  7. [7] East Japan Railway Company (JR East), Eki-net: Shinkansen e-ticket prices (normal season): Tohoku/Hokkaido Shinkansen Hayabusa, Green Car. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  8. [8] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Green tickets (Green and GranClass charges). Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  9. [9] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): GranClass. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  10. [10] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): GranClass: Interior. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  11. [11] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): GranClass: Seats. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  12. [12] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): Timetable: Shinkansen Hayabusa 55 (Ueno to Shin-Aomori). Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  13. [13] JAPAN RAIL PASS (JR Group): Train accommodations. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  14. [14] JAPAN RAIL PASS (JR Group): Conditions for using JAPAN RAIL PASS. Retrieved October 24, 2026.
  15. [15] East Japan Railway Company (JR East): JR EAST PASS. Retrieved October 24, 2026.

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