Sendai to Saitama

Sendai to Saitama

Sendai
Saitama
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Sendai to Saitama Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
06:51
08:45
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
07:34
09:28
$62.42
Bus
Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
Intercity
08:00
13:30
$20.71
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
09:00
10:54
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Standard Class
11:38
13:46
$66.47
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
12:00
13:54
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
14:00
15:54
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Standard Class
14:34
16:42
$66.47
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
16:00
17:54
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Standard Class
17:47
19:55
$66.47
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
18:12
20:06
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
19:19
21:13
$62.42
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Standard Class
19:47
21:55
$66.47
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Unreserved seat
20:38
22:32
$62.42
Bus
Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
AC Seater
23:00
04:30
$27.22
Bus
Sakura Kotsu
Relax 4 Plus
23:20
04:30
$27.68
Train
Shinkansen JR East
Standard Class
23:39
01:47
$66.47

How to get from Sendai to Saitama

Travelling between Sendai 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 28.03 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 20.43.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 6 hours to travel between Sendai and Saitama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Sendai and Saitama. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 54m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h 35m to reach Saitama.

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

Travelling between Sendai and Saitama can be as cheap as USD 20.43 if you opt for a Sakura Kotsu (株式会社桜交通) bus and as expensive as USD 28.03 if you buy a JR Bus Tohoku Bus 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 Sendai and Saitama ?

  • 5 from Sendai to Saitama starting from 23:00 Sendai City until 23:10 Yodobashi Sendai Bus Terminal

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Sendai 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 Sendai and Saitama

JR Bus Tohoku, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ (さくら観光バス株式会社), Sakura Kotsu (株式会社桜交通), Sakura Kotsu SK4 (株式会社桜交通 SK4)

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 Sendai 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

  • 80% opted for a bus
  • 20% took a train

Transportation from Sendai to Saitama

Facts about the transport from Sendai to Saitama

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport1h 54m
Earliest Departure6:51 오전
Latest Departure11:39 오후
Departures per day5
Distance95 kilometers
Transport CompaniesJR Bus Tohoku, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ, Sakura Kotsu, Shinkansen JR East