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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Kamakura is to train which costs ¥1200 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 27m.

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 ¥1300 - ¥2000.

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 27m.

How far is it from Saitama to Kamakura?

The distance between Saitama and Kamakura is 83 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 which takes 1h 27m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1700.

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

The train from Ōmiya to Kamakura takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

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 Ōmiya station.

Where does the Saitama to Kamakura train arrive?

Saitama to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kamakura 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 1070+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Saitama to Kamakura - 5 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Saitama to Kamakura by train, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Kamakuratrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku
1h 27m
¥1,200–1,700
Drive 78 km
1. Drive from Saitama to Kamakuracar 78 km
1h 20m
¥1,354–1,955
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Kamakurataxi 78 km
1h 20m
¥33,000–40,000
Train via Tōkyō Station
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Tōkyō Stationtrain Yamabiko / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
1h 29m
¥1,384–1,909
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Saitama-Shintoshin to Fujisawatrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line
2. Take the tram from 藤沢 Fujisawa to 和田塚 Wadazukatram En
2h 7m
¥1,528–1,939

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Distance: 82.7 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ōmiya to Kamakura hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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