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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Kamakura is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1800 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Kamakura is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Kamakura?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ōmiya and arriving at Kamakura. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Saitama to Kamakura?

The distance between Saitama and Kamakura is 85 km. The road distance is 78 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Kamakura without a car is to train via Tōkyō Station which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Saitama to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Kamakura train from?

Saitama to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Omiya Station.

Where does the Saitama to Kamakura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saitama to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Kamakura is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Saitama to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Saitama to Kamakura - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Saitama to Kamakura by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Tōkyō Station
best
1. Take the train from Omiya Station to Tōkyō Stationtrain Komachi / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
1h 29m
¥1,384–1,909
Drive 78 km
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1. Drive from Saitama to Kamakuracar 78 km
1h 20m
¥1,197–1,729
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Kamakurataxi 78 km
1h 20m
¥40,000–48,000
Train
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Kamakuratrain Shounan Shinjuku Rain / ...
1h 32m
¥1,200–1,700

Saitama to Kamakura by train

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1h 29mAverage Duration

¥1,384Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a train from Omiya Station to 鎌倉 Kamakura via Tōkyō Station in around 1h 29m.

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