Niigata to Saitama

Niigata to Saitama

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Niigata to Saitama Schedule

Niigata to Saitama Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Shinkansen JR East Green Car 07:50 - 09:32¥ 14,690
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 09:24 - 11:06¥ 11,057
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 11:20 - 13:02¥ 11,057
Shinkansen JR East Green Car 13:20 - 15:02¥ 14,690
Shinkansen JR East Standard Class 18:54 - 20:36¥ 11,057
Shinkansen JR East Green Car 21:36 - 23:18¥ 14,690

Transportation from Niigata to Saitama

Facts about the transport from Niigata to Saitama

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport1h 42m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:25 PM
Departures per day20
Distance255 kilometers
Transport CompaniesJR East Rail Pass, Seibubus ZSB3, Shinkansen JR East

How to get from Niigata to Saitama

Travelling between Niigata and Saitama is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 164.98 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 65.09.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 5 hours to travel between Niigata and Saitama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Niigata and Saitama. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 42m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 15m to reach Saitama.

How much does it cost to get from Niigata to Saitama?

Travelling between Niigata and Saitama can be as cheap as USD 65.09 if you opt for a Shinkansen JR East train and as expensive as USD 164.98 if you buy a JR East Rail Pass Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Niigata and Saitama ?

  • 20 from Niigata to Saitama starting from 06:00 Niigata until 21:36 Niigata

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Niigata to Saitama.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Niigata to Saitama overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Niigata and Saitama

Seibubus ZSB3

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Niigata to Saitama?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus