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

The cheapest way to get from Tachikawa to Saitama is to train which costs ¥600 - ¥850 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tachikawa to Saitama is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥600 - ¥850.

Is there a direct train between Tachikawa and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 立川 Tachikawa and arriving at 大宮 Ōmiya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Tachikawa to Saitama?

The distance between Tachikawa and Saitama is 36 km. The road distance is 36 km.

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

The best way to get from Tachikawa to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥600 - ¥850.

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

The train from 立川 Tachikawa to 大宮 Ōmiya takes 38 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Tachikawa to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Tachikawa to Saitama train arrive?

Tachikawa to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 大宮 Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Tachikawa to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Tachikawa to Saitama is 36 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Tachikawa to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 423+ hotels available in Saitama.

Tachikawa to Saitama - 6 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Tachikawa to Saitama by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 立川 Tachikawa to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Jm
38 min
¥600–850
Drive 36 km
1. Drive from Tachikawa to Saitamacar 36 km
46 min
¥621–896
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tachikawa to Saitamataxi 36 km
46 min
¥17,000–21,000
Train via Minami-Urawa
1. Take the train from Nishi-Kokubunji to Minami-Urawatrain Musashinosen / ...
2. Take the train from Minami-Urawa to Saitama-Shintoshintrain Negishisen / ...
52 min
¥758–1,212
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 東大和市駅前 to 新小平駅前bus 梅７０
2. Take the train from Shin Kodaira to Musashi-Urawatrain Musashinosen / ...
55 min
Train via 新宿 Shinjuku
1. Take the train from 立川 Tachikawa to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Jc
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ja / ...
1h 22m
¥987–1,350

Tachikawa to Saitama by train

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38 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.2 km
Duration: 38 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 立川 Tachikawa to 大宮 Ōmiya 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥600–850 and the journey takes 38 min.

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