Day trip from Morioka to Akita
Akita lies 88 km (55 mi) west of Morioka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 88 km (55 mi) apart, Akita is a realistic day trip from Morioka: about 1 h 26 min each way by road.
| Morioka | Akita | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 290,700 | 307,672 |
| Elevation | 138 m (453 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Postal codes | 438-0832–470-2101 | 098-5103–480-0132 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Akita
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Staying in Akita
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Common questions
How far is Akita from Morioka?
88 km (55 mi) in a straight line, west of Morioka; by road roughly 108 km (67 mi).
How long does it take to get from Morioka to Akita by road?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Morioka and Akita?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.