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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Yamanashi is to train which costs ¥2000 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Yamanashi is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Saitama and Yamanashi?

No, there is no direct bus from Saitama to Yamanashi station. However, there are services departing from Omiya and arriving at Kofu Station via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Yamanashi?

No, there is no direct train from Saitama to Yamanashi. However, there are services departing from Ōmiya and arriving at Yamanashishi via Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Saitama to Yamanashi?

The distance between Saitama and Yamanashi is 137 km. The road distance is 121.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Yamanashi without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Saitama to Yamanashi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Yamanashi bus from?

Saitama to Yamanashi bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, depart from Omiya station.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Yamanashi train from?

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

Where does the Saitama to Yamanashi bus arrive?

Saitama to Yamanashi bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Saitama to Yamanashi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saitama to Yamanashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Yamanashi is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Saitama to Yamanashi.

Where can I stay near Yamanashi?

There are 848+ hotels available in Yamanashi.

Saitama to Yamanashi - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Saitama to Yamanashi by train, night bus, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Shinjuku Stationtrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Yamanashishitrain Kaiji / ...
2h 47m
¥2,093–2,857
Night bus, bus
1. Take the night bus from Omiya to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalnightbus Jx712
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kofu Stationbus
3h 28m
Drive 121.9 km
1. Drive from Saitama to Yamanashicar 121.9 km
1h 51m
¥2,118–3,059
Train via 新宿 Shinjuku
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ja / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Yamanashishitrain Kaiji / ...
3h
¥2,107–2,874

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Distance: 136.7 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

You can take a train from Ōmiya to Yamanashishi via Shinjuku Station in around 2h 47m.

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