Day trip from Sendai to Hirosaki
Hirosaki lies 261 km (162 mi) north of Sendai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 261 km (162 mi) apart, Hirosaki is a realistic day trip from Sendai: about 4 h 15 min each way by road.
| Sendai | Hirosaki | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.1 million | 168,739 |
| Elevation | 53 m (174 ft) | 45 m (148 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 294-0815–939-1351 | 861-2236 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Hirosaki
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Staying in Hirosaki
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Common questions
How far is Hirosaki from Sendai?
261 km (162 mi) in a straight line, north of Sendai; by road roughly 318 km (198 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sendai to Hirosaki by road?
About 4 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sendai and Hirosaki?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.