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

The cheapest way to get from Sendai to Saitama is to bus which costs ¥3600 - ¥9000 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sendai to Saitama is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Sendai and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sendai Station station and arriving at Ōmiya Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sendai and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sendai and arriving at Ōmiya. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Sendai to Saitama?

The distance between Sendai and Saitama is 295 km. The road distance is 332.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sendai to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

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

The train from Sendai to Ōmiya takes 1h 39m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Saitama bus from?

Sendai to Saitama bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, depart from Sendai Station.

Where do I catch the Sendai to Saitama train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sendai to Saitama?

The best way to get from Sendai to Saitama is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥9000 and takes 5h 23m, you could also fly, which costs ¥30000 - ¥80000 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Sendai to Saitama bus arrive?

Sendai to Saitama bus services, operated by JR Bus Tohoku, arrive at Ōmiya Station.

Where does the Sendai to Saitama train arrive?

Sendai to Saitama train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Sendai to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Sendai to Saitama is 332 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Sendai to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 398+ hotels available in Saitama.

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

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

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 Sendai to ŌmiyaYamabiko / ...
1h 39m
¥7,500–11,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sendai Station to Ōmiya Station
5h 23m
¥3,600–9,000
Drive 332.4 km
1. Drive from Sendai to Saitama332.4 km
3h 49m
¥5,627–8,128
Fly
1. Fly from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)SDJ - HND
6h 10m
¥30,464–76,916

Sendai to Saitama by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 23mAverage Duration

¥3,600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.5 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Sendai to Ōmiya every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥7,500–11,000 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, JR Bus Tohoku operates a bus from Sendai Station to Ōmiya Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,800–9,000 and the journey takes 5h 23m. Willer Express also services this route once daily.

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