What is the cheapest way to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama?

The cheapest way to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama is to bus and train which costs ¥550 - ¥750 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama?

The fastest way to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs ¥14000 - ¥17000.

Is there a direct train between Asakusa Station and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Asakusa Station to Saitama. However, there are services departing from 浅草 Asakusa and arriving at さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin via 上野 Ueno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Asakusa Station to Saitama?

The distance between Asakusa Station and Saitama is 27 km. The road distance is 29.3 km.

How do I travel from Asakusa Station to Saitama without a car?

The best way to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs ¥600 - ¥850.

How long does it take to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Asakusa Station to Saitama train from?

Asakusa Station to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 上野 Ueno station.

Where does the Asakusa Station to Saitama train arrive?

Asakusa Station to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin station.

Can I drive from Asakusa Station to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Asakusa Station to Saitama is 29 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Asakusa Station to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 428+ hotels available in Saitama.

Asakusa Station to Saitama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Asakusa Station to Saitama by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 上野 Ueno to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshintrain Jk / ...
47 min
¥612–839
Drive 29.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Asakusa Station to Saitamacar 29.3 km
31 min
¥510–737
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 東武浅草駅前 to 尾久駅前bus 草６４
2. Take the train from 尾久 Oku to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshintrain Ju / ...
51 min
¥558–718
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Asakusa Station to Saitamataxi 29.3 km
31 min
¥14,000–17,000
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from 浅草 Asakusa to 新橋 Shimbashisubway G
2. Take the train from Shimbashi to Ōmiyatrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line
1h 1m
¥738–969

Asakusa Station to Saitama by subway and train

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Distance: 27.4 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Asakusa Station, Japan and Saitama, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 上野 Ueno to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥450–650 and the journey takes 39 min.

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