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

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Tokyo is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Tokyo is to train which takes 25 min and costs ¥500 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Saitama and Tokyo?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Omiya and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Tokyo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ōmiya and arriving at Tōkyō Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Saitama to Tokyo?

The distance between Saitama and Tokyo is 30 km. The road distance is 32.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Saitama to Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs ¥500 - ¥3800.

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

The train from Ōmiya to Tōkyō Station takes 25 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Tokyo bus from?

Saitama to Tokyo bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, depart from Omiya station.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Tokyo train from?

Saitama to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Ōmiya station.

Where does the Saitama to Tokyo bus arrive?

Saitama to Tokyo bus services, operated by JAMJAM LINER, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Saitama to Tokyo train arrive?

Saitama to Tokyo train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Saitama to Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Tokyo is 32 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Saitama to Tokyo.

Where can I stay near Tokyo?

There are 10919+ hotels available in Tokyo.

Saitama to Tokyo - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Saitama to Tokyo by train, night bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ōmiya to Tōkyō Stationtrain Yamabiko / ...
25 min
¥500–3,800
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Omiya to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalnightbus Jx712
40 min
Drive 32.2 km
1. Drive from Saitama to Tokyocar 32.2 km
36 min
¥547–789
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Tokyotaxi 32.2 km
36 min
¥15,000–19,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 30.4 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Ōmiya to Tōkyō Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,300–3,800 and the journey takes 25 min. JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 5 minutes. Alternatively, JAMJAM LINER operates a vehicle from Omiya to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal once daily, and the journey takes 40 min.

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