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

The cheapest way to get from Yamanashi to Saitama is to train via 新宿 Shinjuku which costs ¥2100 - ¥2900 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yamanashi to Saitama is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Yamanashi and Saitama?

No, there is no direct bus from Yamanashi station to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Kofu Station and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Yamanashi and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Yamanashi to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Yamanashishi and arriving at 大宮 Ōmiya via 新宿 Shinjuku. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Yamanashi to Saitama?

The distance between Yamanashi and Saitama is 138 km. The road distance is 122.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Yamanashi to Saitama without a car is to train via 新宿 Shinjuku which takes 2h 12m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Yamanashi to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamanashi to Saitama bus from?

Yamanashi to Saitama bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, depart from Kofu Station.

Where do I catch the Yamanashi to Saitama train from?

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

Train or bus from Yamanashi to Saitama?

The best way to get from Yamanashi to Saitama is to train via 新宿 Shinjuku which takes 2h 12m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2100 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Yamanashi to Saitama bus arrive?

Yamanashi to Saitama bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Yamanashi to Saitama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yamanashi to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamanashi to Saitama is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Yamanashi to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

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Yamanashi to Saitama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Yamanashi to Saitama by train, bus, or car

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Train via 新宿 Shinjuku
best
1. Take the train from Yamanashishi to Shinjuku Stationtrain Kaiji / ...
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ja / ...
2h 12m
¥2,151–2,838
Drive 122.3 km
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1. Drive from Yamanashi to Saitamacar 122.3 km
1h 52m
¥2,122–3,064
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kofu Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
3h 43m
¥2,137–5,072
Train
1. Take the train from Yamanashishi to Shinjuku Stationtrain Kaiji / ...
2. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiyatrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
2h 26m
¥2,141–2,838

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Distance: 137.7 km
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a train from Yamanashishi to 大宮 Ōmiya via Shinjuku Station and 新宿 Shinjuku in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, Keio Dentetsu Bus operates a bus from Kofu Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥1,400–4,000 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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