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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Saku is to drive which costs ¥2800 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Saku is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Saku?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Saku. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Nakagomi via Saku-Daira. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Saku?

The distance between Tokyo and Saku is 171 km. The road distance is 165.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Saku without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Tokyo to Saku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Saku train from?

Tokyo to Saku train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Saku?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Saku is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs ¥5000 - ¥8000. Alternatively, you can bus via Sakudaira, which costs ¥3000 - ¥3900 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Tokyo to Saku train arrive?

Tokyo to Saku train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Sakudaira station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Saku?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Saku is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Tokyo to Saku.

Where can I stay near Saku?

There are 416+ hotels available in Saku.

Tokyo to Saku - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Saku by train, bus, or car

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 Tōkyō Station to Sakudairatrain Hakutaka / ...
1h 51m
¥5,179–7,571
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 野沢［佐久市］（おりば）bus 池袋～佐久
4h 31m
¥1,917–5,350
Bus via Sakudaira
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sakudairabus To Saku
3h 36m
¥3,040–3,817
Drive 165.2 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Sakucar 165.2 km
2h 31m
¥2,845–4,109

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170.8 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Sakudaira hourly. Tickets cost ¥5,000–7,500 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Sakudaira 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,900–3,600 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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