Sendai to Zama by train
Zama lies 336 km (209 mi) south-west of Sendai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 50 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 410 km (254 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sendai | Zama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.1 million | 132,325 |
| Elevation | 53 m (174 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Aoba-dōri Station, Minami-Sendai Station, Nagamachi Station | Sōbudai-mae Station, Zama Station, Iriya Station |
| Postal codes | 294-0815–939-1351 | 252-0027–252-8539 |
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Common questions
How far is Zama from Sendai?
336 km (209 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Sendai; by road roughly 410 km (254 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sendai to Zama by train?
About 1 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sendai and Zama?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.