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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Saitama is to train via Kutano which costs ¥2400 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shirakawa to Saitama is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Shirakawa and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Shirakawa to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Kutano and arriving at Ōmiya via Shin-Shirakawa and Oyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Shirakawa to Saitama?

The distance between Shirakawa and Saitama is 155 km. The road distance is 175.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Shirakawa to Saitama without a car is to train via Kutano which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Shirakawa to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirakawa to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Shirakawa to Saitama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shirakawa to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirakawa to Saitama is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Shirakawa to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 426+ hotels available in Saitama.

Shirakawa to Saitama - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shirakawa to Saitama by train or car

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Train via Kutano
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Shirakawa to Oyamatrain Nasuno / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama to Ōmiyatrain Nasuno / ...
2h 7m
¥2,418–3,392
Drive 175.2 km
1. Drive from Shirakawa to Saitamacar 175.2 km
2h 2m
¥3,043–4,395
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Shirakawa to Oyamatrain Nasuno / ...
2. Take the train from 小山 Oyama to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ju
2h 34m
¥2,852–6,069

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Distance: 154.7 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Kutano to Ōmiya via Shin-Shirakawa and Oyama in around 2h 7m.

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