Sendai to Kamakura by train
Kamakura lies 349 km (217 mi) south of Sendai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 55 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 426 km (265 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Sendai | Kamakura | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.1 million | 172,929 |
| Elevation | 53 m (174 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Aoba-dōri Station, Minami-Sendai Station, Nagamachi Station | Kamakura Station, Inamuragasaki Station, Kamakurakōkōmae Station |
| Postal codes | 294-0815–939-1351 | 125-0053–956-0115 |
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Common questions
How far is Kamakura from Sendai?
349 km (217 mi) in a straight line, south of Sendai; by road roughly 426 km (265 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sendai to Kamakura by train?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sendai and Kamakura?
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.