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

The cheapest way to get from Jōetsu to Saitama is to train via Yuzawa which costs ¥3500 - ¥4800 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jōetsu to Saitama is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Jōetsu and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Jōetsu to Saitama station. However, there are services departing from Kasugayama and arriving at Omiya Station via Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Jōetsu to Saitama?

The distance between Jōetsu and Saitama is 259 km. The road distance is 240 km.

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

The best way to get from Jōetsu to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Jōetsu to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jōetsu to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Jōetsu to Saitama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jōetsu to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Jōetsu to Saitama is 240 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Jōetsu to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 410+ hotels available in Saitama.

Jōetsu to Saitama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Jōetsu to Saitama by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Omiya Stationtrain Hakutaka
2h 49m
¥3,772–5,096
Train via Yuzawa
cheapest
1. Take the train from Naoetsu to Echigo-Yuzawatrain
2. Take the train from Echigo-Yuzawa to Kumagayatrain
3. Take the train from 熊谷 Kumagaya to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ju
4h 4m
¥3,549–4,788
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kida to Naganobus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 23m
¥5,625–6,425
Drive 240 km
1. Drive from Jōetsu to Saitamacar 240 km
3h 30m
¥4,135–5,973

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Distance: 259.4 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Joetsumyoko to Omiya Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,600–4,800 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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