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

The cheapest way to get from Yamagata to Saitama is to train which costs ¥4500 - ¥6000 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yamagata to Saitama is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Yamagata and Saitama?

No, there is no direct bus from Yamagata to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Yamagata Kencho-mae and arriving at Saitama Shintoshin Bus Terminal via Sendai Station West exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Yamagata and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yamagata and arriving at Omiya Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Yamagata to Saitama?

The distance between Yamagata and Saitama is 312 km. The road distance is 333.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Yamagata to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6000.

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

The train from Yamagata to Omiya Station takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Yamagata to Saitama bus from?

Yamagata to Saitama bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, depart from Yamagata Kencho-mae station.

Where do I catch the Yamagata to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Yamagata to Saitama bus arrive?

Yamagata to Saitama bus services, operated by Yamako Bus, arrive at Sendai station.

Where does the Yamagata to Saitama train arrive?

Yamagata to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Omiya Station.

Can I drive from Yamagata to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamagata to Saitama is 333 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Yamagata to Saitama.

How do I get a train ticket from Yamagata to Saitama?

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Yamagata to Saitama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Yamagata to Saitama by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yamagata to Omiya Stationtrain Tsubasa
2h 25m
¥4,500–6,000
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sendaibus Yamagata / ...
2. Take the night bus from Sendai Station West exit to Saitama Shintoshin Bus Terminalnightbus
8h 4m
¥4,474–12,096
Drive 333.3 km
1. Drive from Yamagata to Saitamacar 333.3 km
3h 53m
¥5,788–8,361
Fly, train
1. Fly from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane GAJ - HND
2. Take the train from Shinagawa to Saitama-Shintoshintrain
3h 48m
¥12,900–18,220
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Yamagata Kencho-mae to Sendaibus Yamagata / ...
2. Take the train from Sendai to Ōmiyatrain Yamabiko
2h 54m
¥5,074–6,596

Yamagata to Saitama by train

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Distance: 311.6 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Yamagata to Omiya Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,500–6,000 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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