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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Chichibu is to train which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Chichibu is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Chichibu?

No, there is no direct train from Saitama to Chichibu. However, there are services departing from 大宮 Ōmiya and arriving at 秩父 Chichibu via 熊谷 Kumagaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Saitama to Chichibu?

The distance between Saitama and Chichibu is 79 km. The road distance is 70.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Chichibu without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Saitama to Chichibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Chichibu train from?

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

Where does the Saitama to Chichibu train arrive?

Saitama to Chichibu train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 熊谷 Kumagaya station.

Can I drive from Saitama to Chichibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Chichibu is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Saitama to Chichibu.

Where can I stay near Chichibu?

There are 108+ hotels available in Chichibu.

Saitama to Chichibu - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Saitama to Chichibu by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 熊谷 Kumagayatrain Ju / ...
2. Take the train from 熊谷 Kumagaya to 秩父 Chichibutrain Cr
2h 10m
¥1,241–1,732
Drive 70.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saitama to Chichibucar 70.2 km
1h 19m
¥1,219–1,760
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Chichibutaxi 70.2 km
1h 19m
¥30,000–37,000

Saitama to Chichibu by train

234Weekly Trains

2h 10mAverage Duration

¥1,241Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.7 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 秩父 Chichibu via 熊谷 Kumagaya in around 2h 10m.

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