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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Harajuku is to train which costs ¥550 - ¥850 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Harajuku is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs ¥13000 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Harajuku?

No, there is no direct train from Saitama to Harajuku. However, there are services departing from 大宮 Ōmiya and arriving at 武蔵高萩 Musashi-Takahagi via 川越 Kawagoe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Saitama to Harajuku?

The distance between Saitama and Harajuku is 27 km. The road distance is 29.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Harajuku without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs ¥550 - ¥850.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Saitama to Harajuku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Harajuku train from?

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

Where does the Saitama to Harajuku train arrive?

Saitama to Harajuku train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 川越 Kawagoe station.

Can I drive from Saitama to Harajuku?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Harajuku is 30 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Saitama to Harajuku.

Where can I stay near Harajuku?

There are 281+ hotels available in Harajuku.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 川越 Kawagoetrain Ja
2. Take the train from 川越 Kawagoe to 武蔵高萩 Musashi-Takahagitrain JR川越線 JR Kawagoe Line
52 min
¥553–809
Drive 29.8 km
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1. Drive from Saitama to Harajukucar 29.8 km
34 min
¥517–747
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Harajukutaxi 29.8 km
34 min
¥13,000–16,000

Saitama to Harajuku by train

329Weekly Trains

52 minAverage Duration

¥553Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.1 km
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 武蔵高萩 Musashi-Takahagi via 川越 Kawagoe in around 52 min.

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