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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Shinjuku is to train which costs ¥500 - ¥700 and takes 42 min.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Shinjuku?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 大宮 Ōmiya and arriving at 新宿 Shinjuku. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Saitama to Shinjuku?

The distance between Saitama and Shinjuku is 29 km. The road distance is 27.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Shinjuku without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs ¥500 - ¥700.

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

The train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjuku takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Shinjuku train from?

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

Where does the Saitama to Shinjuku train arrive?

Saitama to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 新宿 Shinjuku station.

Can I drive from Saitama to Shinjuku?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Shinjuku is 28 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Saitama to Shinjuku.

How do I get a train ticket from Saitama to Shinjuku?

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Where can I stay near Shinjuku?

There are 12786+ hotels available in Shinjuku.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ja / ...
42 min
¥500–700
Drive 27.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saitama to Shinjukucar 27.5 km
34 min
¥479–691
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Shinjukutaxi 27.5 km
34 min
¥13,000–16,000

Saitama to Shinjuku by train

1458Weekly Trains

42 minAverage Duration

¥500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.5 km
Duration: 42 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjuku every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥500–700 and the journey takes 42 min.

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