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

The cheapest way to get from Shirakawa to Saitama is to train which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 8m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Kutano and arriving at Omiya Station via Shin Shirakawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

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 which takes 2h 8m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m 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 Omiya 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 429+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Shin Shirakawa to Omiya Stationtrain Yamabiko
2h 8m
¥2,268–3,193
Drive 175.2 km
1. Drive from Shirakawa to Saitamacar 175.2 km
2h 2m
¥3,005–4,340
Train via Utsunomiya
1. Take the train from 黒磯 Kuroiso to 宇都宮 Utsunomiyatrain Ju
2. Take the train from 宇都宮 Utsunomiya to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ju
4h 3m
¥2,628–3,693

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Distance: 154.8 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin Shirakawa to Omiya Station twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,900 and the journey takes 59 min.

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