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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Asakusa is to train which costs ¥450 - ¥650 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Asakusa is to train which takes 25 min and costs ¥450 - ¥650.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Asakusa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin and arriving at 上野 Ueno. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Saitama to Asakusa?

The distance between Saitama and Asakusa is 25 km. The road distance is 28.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Asakusa without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs ¥450 - ¥650.

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

The train from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin to 上野 Ueno takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Asakusa train from?

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

Where does the Saitama to Asakusa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saitama to Asakusa?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Asakusa is 28 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Saitama to Asakusa.

Where can I stay near Asakusa?

There are 12704+ hotels available in Asakusa.

Saitama to Asakusa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Saitama to Asakusa by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin to 上野 Uenotrain Ju / ...
25 min
¥450–650
Train, bus
1. Take the train from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin to 尾久 Okutrain Ju / ...
2. Take the bus from 尾久駅前 to 浅草六丁目bus 草６４
57 min
¥585–721
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Asakusataxi 28.4 km
31 min
¥13,000–17,000
Drive 28.4 km
1. Drive from Saitama to Asakusacar 28.4 km
31 min
¥493–712
Train, bus via 日暮里 Nippori
1. Take the train from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin to 日暮里 Nipporitrain Jk
2. Take the bus from 日暮里駅前 to 浅草二丁目bus 都０８（Ｔ０８）
58 min
Train, bus via Ōmiya
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Okutrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line
2. Take the bus from 尾久駅前 to 浅草六丁目bus 草６４
1h 3m
¥610–753

Saitama to Asakusa by train

1552Weekly Trains

25 minAverage Duration

¥450Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.2 km
Duration: 25 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin to 上野 Ueno every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥450–650 and the journey takes 25 min.

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