What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State) is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State)?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State) is to train and taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥2800 - ¥3600.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Saitama (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Saitama (State). However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Saitama (State)?

The distance between Tokyo and Saitama (State) is 35 km. The road distance is 31.7 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Saitama (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State) without a car is to train and taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥2800 - ¥3600.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State)?

It takes approximately 18 min to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Saitama (State) train from?

Tokyo to Saitama (State) train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Saitama (State) train arrive?

Tokyo to Saitama (State) train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Saitama (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Saitama (State) is 32 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Tokyo to Saitama (State).

Where can I stay near Saitama (State)?

There are 427+ hotels available in Saitama (State).

Tokyo to Saitama (State) - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Saitama (State) by train, taxi, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ōmiyatrain Nasuno / ...
2. Take the taxi from Ōmiya to Saitamataxi
18 min
¥2,834–3,509
Drive 31.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Saitamacar 31.7 km
33 min
¥545–786
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Saitamataxi 31.7 km
33 min
¥15,000–18,000
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshintrain Jk / ...
52 min
¥2,811–3,480

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Distance: 34.7 km
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Saitama (State), Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥500–700 and the journey takes 47 min.

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