What is the cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama?

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama is to train which costs ¥440 - ¥600 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama?

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs ¥11000 - ¥14000.

Is there a direct train between Ikebukuro (Station) and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 大宮 Ōmiya. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama?

The distance between Ikebukuro (Station) and Saitama is 24 km. The road distance is 23.6 km.

How do I travel from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama without a car?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥440 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama?

The train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 大宮 Ōmiya takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama train arrive?

Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 大宮 Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama is 24 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

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Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ja / ...
36 min
¥440–600
Drive 23.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitamacar 23.6 km
29 min
¥411–593
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitamataxi 23.6 km
29 min
¥11,000–14,000

Ikebukuro (Station) to Saitama by train

1479Weekly Trains

36 minAverage Duration

¥440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.8 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Ikebukuro (Station), Japan and Saitama, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 大宮 Ōmiya every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥440–600 and the journey takes 36 min.

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