What is the cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama?

The cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama is to train which costs ¥450 - ¥650 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama?

The fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs ¥13000 - ¥17000.

Is there a direct train between Ueno (Station) and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 上野 Ueno and arriving at さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Ueno (Station) to Saitama?

The distance between Ueno (Station) and Saitama is 25 km. The road distance is 28.7 km.

How do I travel from Ueno (Station) to Saitama without a car?

The best way to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs ¥450 - ¥650.

How long does it take to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama?

The train from 上野 Ueno to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin takes 39 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Ueno (Station) to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Ueno (Station) to Saitama train arrive?

Ueno (Station) to Saitama 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 Ueno (Station) to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueno (Station) to Saitama is 29 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Ueno (Station) to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

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Ueno (Station) to Saitama - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ueno (Station) to Saitama by train, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from 上野 Ueno to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshintrain Jk / ...
39 min
¥450–650
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ueno (Station) to Saitamataxi 28.7 km
32 min
¥13,000–17,000
Drive 28.7 km
1. Drive from Ueno (Station) to Saitamacar 28.7 km
32 min
¥499–720

Ueno (Station) to Saitama by train

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39 minAverage Duration

¥450Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.1 km
Duration: 39 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 上野 Ueno to さいたま新都心 Saitama-Shintoshin every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥450–650 and the journey takes 39 min.

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