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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Hitachi is to train via Oyama which costs ¥2300 - ¥3100 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Hitachi is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Hitachi?

No, there is no direct train from Saitama to Hitachi. However, there are services departing from Ōmiya and arriving at Hitachi via Ueno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Saitama to Hitachi?

The distance between Saitama and Hitachi is 176 km. The road distance is 140.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Hitachi without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥2600 - ¥10000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Saitama to Hitachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Hitachi train from?

Saitama to Hitachi train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Ueno station.

Train or bus from Saitama to Hitachi?

The best way to get from Saitama to Hitachi is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥2600 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Saitama to Hitachi train arrive?

Saitama to Hitachi train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Hitachi station.

Can I drive from Saitama to Hitachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Hitachi is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Saitama to Hitachi.

Where can I stay near Hitachi?

There are 41+ hotels available in Hitachi.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ueno to Hitachitrain Hitachi / ...
2h 30m
¥2,681–9,610
Train via Oyama
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saitama-Shintoshin to Oyamatrain Utsunomiya Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama(Tochigi) to Hitachitrain [15960] JR Mito
3h 55m
¥2,340–3,102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hitachi Stationbus Hitachi
3h 38m
¥3,034–6,709
Drive 140.7 km
1. Drive from Saitama to Hitachicar 140.7 km
1h 52m
¥2,419–3,493

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 176 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Ueno to Hitachi hourly. Tickets cost ¥4,200–6,000 and the journey takes 1h 33m. JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Hitachi Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 46m.

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