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06:40
SaitamaOmiya (Saitama) Station
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First train
06:40
Last train
23:15
Travel duration
23m
Daily departures
145
Departure station
Saitama
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direct
Arrival station
Tokyo
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from $10
Fastest trip
21m
Longest trip
26m
Trains to Saitama
Inbound long-distance trains reach Saitama mainly at Omiya Station. Shinkansen services from Tokyo arrive in around 25 minutes, while JR East trains from Ueno reach Omiya in around 20 to 30 minutes depending on the service. Tohoku Shinkansen trains from Sendai arrive in about 1h10m, and services from Morioka reach Saitama in roughly 2h10m. Joetsu Shinkansen trains from Niigata arrive in around 1h35m. Hokuriku Shinkansen services reach Omiya from Nagano in about 1h05m and from Kanazawa in roughly 2h05m. Regional JR East trains also bring passengers into Urawa and Saitama-Shintoshin from nearby prefectures.
Visiting Saitama
Saitama is one of the most important rail hubs in the Greater Tokyo area, positioned immediately north of Tokyo on the main JR East corridors to northern and central Japan. The city has several passenger stations, with Omiya Station acting as the primary long-distance train station and one of the busiest transfer points on the JR East network.
Trains from Saitama include Shinkansen services on the Tohoku, Joetsu, Hokuriku, Yamagata, and Akita corridors, plus JR East local and rapid trains linking the city with Tokyo, Ueno, Shinjuku, and surrounding prefectures. Omiya also connects with Tobu Railway services on the Tobu Urban Park Line, while selected Narita Express services provide an airport rail link toward Narita Airport.
Rail routes from Saitama run south toward central Tokyo and Yokohama, north toward Utsunomiya, Sendai, and Morioka, northwest toward Takasaki and Niigata, and west toward Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa. Book trains from and to Saitama online at Rail Monsters.
Popular routes from Saitama
From Omiya Station, JR East Shinkansen services run south toward Tokyo and north on the Tohoku corridor toward Utsunomiya, Sendai, Morioka, Akita, and Aomori. The Joetsu corridor heads northwest toward Takasaki and Niigata, while the Hokuriku corridor runs toward Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa.
JR East conventional lines from Saitama link Omiya, Urawa, and Saitama-Shintoshin with Tokyo, Ueno, Shinjuku, Yokohama, and surrounding prefectures. Tobu Railway operates the Tobu Urban Park Line from Omiya for regional travel across eastern Saitama and Chiba Prefecture, giving the city both long-distance and regional rail roles.
Saitama
Saitama - A major city north of Tokyo known for the Omiya Bonsai Village and the Saitama Super Arena, served by the massive Omiya transport hub.
Omiya (Saitama) Station
Station
23m
Tokyo
Tokyo - Japan's expansive capital featuring diverse districts like the historic Asakusa and the modern Shibuya crossing, acting as the nation's primary rail center.
Tokyo Station
StationTrain Operators Serving Saitama
JR East is the main rail operator in Saitama, running Shinkansen services from Omiya and local or rapid trains through Omiya, Urawa, Saitama-Shintoshin, and Minami-Urawa. JR East also operates selected Narita Express airport services from Omiya. Tobu Railway serves Omiya on the Tobu Urban Park Line for regional trips east of the city. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these operators with the 6 to 12 month advance booking window.
Destinations from Saitama
Service types from Saitama rail stations
Bullet train services: JR East Shinkansen trains from Omiya toward Tokyo, Sendai, Morioka, Akita, Niigata, Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa. Regional JR services: JR East local and rapid trains from Omiya, Urawa, Saitama-Shintoshin, and Minami-Urawa toward Tokyo, Ueno, Shinjuku, Yokohama, and nearby prefectures. Private railway services: Tobu Railway runs the Tobu Urban Park Line from Omiya across eastern Saitama. Airport services: selected JR East Narita Express trains connect Omiya with Narita Airport.
Travel from Saitama to Tokyo by local or rapid train and explore the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden or the electronics district of Akihabara.
Frequency
145 times per day
Saitama
Japan
23m
Tokyo
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Nagano by Shinkansen to visit the historic Zenko-ji Temple or access the world-class ski resorts in Hakuba and Nozawa Onsen.
Saitama
Japan
1h 7m
Nagano
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Kanazawa by Shinkansen to visit the Kenrokuen Garden or explore the well-preserved Higashi Chaya geisha district and Omicho Market.
Saitama
Japan
2h 21m
Kanazawa
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Sendai by Shinkansen and visit Sendai Castle ruins or explore the historic Zuihoden Temple and the greenery of Jozenji-dori.
Saitama
Japan
1h 19m
Sendai
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Morioka by Shinkansen and visit the beautiful Chuson-ji Temple or enjoy the local delicacies at Morioka's famous noodle shops.
Saitama
Japan
1h 59m
Morioka
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Niigata by train and visit the beautiful Niigata City Aquarium or enjoy the serene views at Niigata's Furumachi district.
Frequency
21 times per day
Popular Trains
Saitama
Japan
1h 34m
Niigata
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Koriyama by train and visit the beautiful Inawashiro Lake or enjoy a hike at Bandai-Azuma Skyline.
Saitama
Japan
57m
Koriyama
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Yamagata by Shinkansen and visit the historic Yamadera Temple or enjoy scenic views at Zao Onsen.
Frequency
16 times per day
Popular Trains
Saitama
Japan
2h 19m
Yamagata
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Yuzawa by train and visit the Naeba Ski Resort or relax at the Yuzawa Onsen hot springs.
Saitama
Japan
55m
Yuzawa
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Shizukuishi by train and enjoy the scenic views of Mount Iwate or visit the famous Shizukuishi Onsen for relaxation.
Frequency
3 times per day
Popular Trains
Saitama
Japan
2h 5m
Shizukuishi
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Karuizawa by Shinkansen and visit the stunning Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza or take a stroll in the picturesque Kumoba Pond.
Saitama
Japan
43m
Karuizawa
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Iiyama by Shinkansen and enjoy skiing at Myeongdong Ski Resort or discovery at the Iiyama City Museum.
Frequency
9 times per day
Popular Trains
Saitama
Japan
1h 22m
Iiyama
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Toyama by limited express train and visit the stunning Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route or enjoy fresh seafood at Toyama Bay.
Saitama
Japan
1h 59m
Toyama
Japan
Travel from Saitama to Takasaki by train and visit the beautiful Shimonita Kurofune-no-Yaki or enjoy the serene landscapes at Takasaki's Geminai Shrine.
Saitama
Japan
26m
Takasaki
Japan
Saitama Major Train Stations
Saitama has several rail stations with different roles. Omiya Station is the main long-distance hub, served by JR East Shinkansen, JR conventional lines, Narita Express services on selected departures, and the Tobu Urban Park Line. Urawa Station handles JR East regional and commuter rail on the southbound Tokyo corridor and northbound Saitama Prefecture routes. Saitama-Shintoshin Station serves JR East local and rapid trains near the city administrative district. Minami-Urawa Station is a JR East transfer point between north-south and orbital regional services. Inter-station transfers within Saitama are usually made on JR East local trains. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.
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