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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Saitama is to train which costs ¥4200 - ¥5500 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Saitama is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥4200 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sendai Station station and arriving at Ōmiya Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sendai and arriving at Omiya Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Sendai to Saitama?

The distance between Sendai and Saitama is 294 km. The road distance is 332.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥4200 - ¥5500.

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

The train from Sendai to Omiya Station takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Saitama bus from?

Sendai to Saitama bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Sendai Station.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Saitama train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sendai to Saitama?

The best way to get from Sendai to Saitama is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥4200 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥10000 and takes 5h 23m, you could also fly, which costs ¥27000 - ¥85000 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Sendai to Saitama bus arrive?

Sendai to Saitama bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Ōmiya Station.

Where does the Sendai to Saitama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sendai to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Saitama is 332 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Sendai to Saitama.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sendai to Saitama?

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Where can I stay near Saitama?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sendai to Omiya Stationtrain Komachi / ...
1h 9m
¥4,200–5,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sendai Station to Ōmiya Stationbus
5h 23m
¥3,600–10,000
Drive 332.3 km
1. Drive from Sendai to Saitamacar 332.3 km
3h 50m
¥5,711–8,250
Fly
1. Fly from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane SDJ - HND
6h 5m
¥27,464–81,916

Sendai to Saitama by train

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Distance: 294.2 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Sendai to Omiya Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,200–5,500 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Sendai Station to Ōmiya Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,800–9,000 and the journey takes 5h 23m. Willer Express also services this route twice daily.

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