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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Yamato is to drive which costs ¥1000 - ¥1600 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Yamato is to drive which takes 59 min and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Yamato?

No, there is no direct train from Saitama to Yamato. However, there are services departing from Ōmiya and arriving at Yamato(Kanagawa) via Yokohama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Saitama to Yamato?

The distance between Saitama and Yamato is 77 km. The road distance is 62.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Yamato without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Saitama to Yamato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Yamato train from?

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

Where does the Saitama to Yamato train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saitama to Yamato?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Yamato is 63 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Saitama to Yamato.

Where can I stay near Yamato?

There are 1075+ hotels available in Yamato.

Saitama to Yamato - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Saitama to Yamato by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Yokohamatrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line / ...
2. Take the train from Yokohama to Yamato(Kanagawa)train [75256] Sotetsu Main Line Rapid / ...
1h 28m
¥1,185–1,515
Drive 62.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saitama to Yamatocar 62.7 km
59 min
¥1,087–1,570
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ja / ...
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Tomei Yamatobus Shinjuku to Motohakone
2h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Yamatotaxi 62.7 km
59 min
¥26,000–32,000
Train via さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin
1. Take the train from さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin to Yokohamatrain Jk / ...
2. Take the train from Yokohama to Yamato(Kanagawa)train [75256] Sotetsu Main Line Rapid / ...
1h 55m
¥1,163–1,486

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Distance: 76.8 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ōmiya to Yamato(Kanagawa) via Yokohama in around 1h 28m.

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