Tsuruoka to Ōshū by train
Ōshū lies 125 km (78 mi) east of Tsuruoka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 41 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 153 km (95 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Tsuruoka | Ōshū | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 125,389 | 112,937 |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Tsuruoka Station, Fujishima Station, Nezugaseki Station | Mizusawa Station, Maesawa Station, Rikuchū-Orii Station |
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Common questions
How far is Ōshū from Tsuruoka?
125 km (78 mi) in a straight line, east of Tsuruoka; by road roughly 153 km (95 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tsuruoka to Ōshū by train?
About 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tsuruoka and Ōshū?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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 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.