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

The cheapest way to get from Sano to Saitama is to drive which costs ¥900 - ¥1400 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sano to Saitama is to drive which takes 40 min and costs ¥900 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Sano and Saitama?

No, there is no direct train from Sano to Saitama. However, there are services departing from Sano and arriving at Ōmiya via Oyama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Sano to Saitama?

The distance between Sano and Saitama is 75 km. The road distance is 54.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sano to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥1200 - ¥4900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Sano to Saitama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sano to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Sano to Saitama train arrive?

Sano to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Oyama(Tochigi) station.

Can I drive from Sano to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sano to Saitama is 55 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Sano to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 397+ hotels available in Saitama.

Sano to Saitama - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Sano to Saitama by train, 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 Sano to Oyama(Tochigi)[15888] JR Ryomo / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama to ŌmiyaNasuno / ...
1h 13m
¥1,229–4,839
Drive 54.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sano to Saitama54.7 km
40 min
¥929–1,341
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal to ŌjiMarronnier Shinjuku / ...
2. Take the train from Ōji to YonoJK: Keihin-Tōhoku·Negishi Line Local / ...
1h 32m
¥1,852–3,607
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sano to Saitama54.7 km
40 min
¥23,000–28,000
Train via Saitama-Shintoshin
1. Take the train from Sano to Oyama(Tochigi)[15888] JR Ryomo / ...
2. Take the train from Oyama to Saitama-ShintoshinUeno-Tōkyō Line / ...
1h 45m
¥1,279–1,739
Train #2
1. Take the train from Sano to Tatebayashi
2. Take the train from Tatebayashi to Kasukabe
3. Take the train from Kasukabe to Owada(Saitama)
1h 52m
¥940–1,503

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 75.5 km
Duration: 1h 13m

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

You can take a train from Sano to Ōmiya via Oyama in around 1h 13m.

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