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 ¥2100 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 53m.

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 ¥2000 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Saitama and Yamanashi?

No, there is no direct bus from Saitama station to Yamanashi. However, there are services departing from Omiya Station West Exit and arriving at 石和温泉駅 via 河口湖駅. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

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 大宮 Ōmiya and arriving at Yamanashishi via 新宿 Shinjuku and Tachikawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Saitama to Yamanashi?

The distance between Saitama and Yamanashi is 138 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 via Hachiōji which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m 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 Fujikyuko Bus, depart from Omiya Station West Exit.

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.

Train or bus from Saitama to Yamanashi?

The best way to get from Saitama to Yamanashi is to train via Hachiōji which takes 2h 50m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥9000 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Saitama to Yamanashi bus arrive?

Saitama to Yamanashi bus services, operated by Fujikyuko Bus, arrive at Kawaguchiko 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Yamanashi?

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

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

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Train via Hachiōji
best
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ja / ...
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 立川 Tachikawatrain Jc
3. Take the train from Tachikawa to Yamanashishitrain
2h 50m
¥2,187–3,024
Drive 121.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saitama to Yamanashicar 121.9 km
1h 51m
¥2,083–3,009
Bus
1. Take the bus from Omiya Station West Exit to Kawaguchikobus
2. Take the bus from 河口湖駅 to 石和温泉駅bus 富士山駅発甲府駅バスターミナル方面行き / ...
4h 46m
¥6,635–8,800
Train
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Shinjuku Stationtrain Saikyousen / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Yamanashishitrain Kaiji / ...
2h 53m
¥2,105–2,872

Saitama to Yamanashi by bus and train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.7 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from 大宮 Ōmiya to Yamanashishi via 新宿 Shinjuku and Tachikawa in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Omiya Station West Exit to 山梨市 Yamanashishi via 河口湖駅, 石和温泉駅, and 石和温泉 Isawa-Onsen in around 4h 46m.

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