What is the cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Saitama?

The cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Saitama is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakuba to Saitama?

The fastest way to get from Hakuba to Saitama is to bus and train which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥4100 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Hakuba and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Hakuba to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Hakuba and arriving at Ōmiya via Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Hakuba to Saitama?

The distance between Hakuba and Saitama is 234 km. The road distance is 232 km.

How do I travel from Hakuba to Saitama without a car?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Saitama without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥4100 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Hakuba to Saitama?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Hakuba to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Saitama train from?

Hakuba to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Hakuba station.

Where does the Hakuba to Saitama train arrive?

Hakuba to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Hakuba to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakuba to Saitama is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Hakuba to Saitama.

How do I get a train ticket from Hakuba to Saitama?

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Where can I stay near Saitama?

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Hakuba to Saitama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hakuba to Saitama by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hakuba Station to Nagano stationbus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 11m
¥4,151–6,587
Drive 232 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hakuba to Saitamacar 232 km
3h 24m
¥3,999–5,777
Train
1. Take the train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
4h 26m
¥4,573–5,936

Hakuba to Saitama by bus and train

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3h 11mAverage Duration

¥4,151Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.5 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Hakuba, Japan and Saitama, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 43m.

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