Niigata to Saitama train with JR East

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Niigata to Saitama

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 21

Cheapest price on Sep 21

$78

Average ticket price on Sep 21

$78

Fastest journey on Sep 21

1 h 7 m

Average journey duration on Sep 21

1 h 20 m

Trains on Sep 21

33

Distance

229 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Niigata to Saitama is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Niigata to Saitama will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 21, we found 33 trains from Niigata to Saitama, including 33 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .

On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • JR EastToki 308
    7:56 AM1h42
    Niigata
    9:38 AMSaitama
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastToki 324
    2:27 PM1h36
    Niigata
    4:03 PMSaitama
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastToki 302
    6:40 AM1h39
    Niigata
    8:19 AMSaitama
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastToki 82
    7:34 PM1h29
    Niigata
    9:03 PMSaitama
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR EastToki 318
    11:25 AM1h38
    Niigata
    1:03 PMSaitama
    $781One-way
    0 transfers

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Live departures

Niigata to Saitama train times

The table below shows live departures for Niigata to Saitama trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR EastToki 3006:12 AM Niigata
1h33
7:45 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3026:40 AM Niigata
1h39
8:19 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3047:02 AM Niigata
1h33
8:35 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3067:24 AM Niigata
1h51
9:15 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3087:56 AM Niigata
1h42
9:38 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3108:33 AM Niigata
1h31
10:04 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3129:13 AM Niigata
1h07
10:20 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3149:30 AM Niigata
1h31
11:01 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 31610:28 AM Niigata
1h35
12:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 31811:25 AM Niigata
1h38
1:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 5611:47 AM Niigata
1h32
1:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 32012:27 PM Niigata
1h36
2:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 6012:55 PM Niigata
1h24
2:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 621:03 PM Niigata
1h32
2:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3221:23 PM Niigata
1h40
3:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 682:07 PM Niigata
1h28
3:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3242:27 PM Niigata
1h36
4:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 723:03 PM Niigata
1h28
4:31 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3263:17 PM Niigata
1h18
4:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3283:38 PM Niigata
1h37
5:15 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 744:11 PM Niigata
1h24
5:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 764:22 PM Niigata
1h33
5:55 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3304:30 PM Niigata
1h45
6:15 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3325:04 PM Niigata
1h31
6:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 785:20 PM Niigata
1h39
6:59 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3345:26 PM Niigata
1h45
7:11 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3365:50 PM Niigata
1h37
7:27 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3386:18 PM Niigata
1h29
7:47 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3406:58 PM Niigata
1h33
8:31 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 827:34 PM Niigata
1h29
9:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3427:42 PM Niigata
1h45
9:27 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3448:31 PM Niigata
1h32
10:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3469:40 PM Niigata
1h34
11:14 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, September 22
JR EastToki 3006:12 AM Niigata
1h33
7:45 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3026:40 AM Niigata
1h39
8:19 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3047:02 AM Niigata
1h33
8:35 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3067:24 AM Niigata
1h51
9:15 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3087:56 AM Niigata
1h42
9:38 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3108:33 AM Niigata
1h31
10:04 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3129:13 AM Niigata
1h07
10:20 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3149:30 AM Niigata
1h31
11:01 AM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 31610:28 AM Niigata
1h35
12:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 5410:48 AM Niigata
1h31
12:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 31811:25 AM Niigata
1h38
1:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 5611:47 AM Niigata
1h32
1:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 5812:01 PM Niigata
1h34
1:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 32012:27 PM Niigata
1h36
2:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 6012:55 PM Niigata
1h24
2:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 621:03 PM Niigata
1h32
2:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3221:23 PM Niigata
1h40
3:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 641:47 PM Niigata
1h32
3:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 682:07 PM Niigata
1h28
3:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3242:27 PM Niigata
1h36
4:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 723:03 PM Niigata
1h28
4:31 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3263:17 PM Niigata
1h18
4:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3283:38 PM Niigata
1h37
5:15 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 744:11 PM Niigata
1h24
5:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 764:22 PM Niigata
1h33
5:55 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3304:30 PM Niigata
1h45
6:15 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3325:04 PM Niigata
1h31
6:35 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 785:20 PM Niigata
1h39
6:59 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3345:26 PM Niigata
1h45
7:11 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3365:50 PM Niigata
1h37
7:27 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3386:18 PM Niigata
1h29
7:47 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3406:58 PM Niigata
1h33
8:31 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 807:12 PM Niigata
1h30
8:42 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 827:34 PM Niigata
1h29
9:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3427:42 PM Niigata
1h45
9:27 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3448:31 PM Niigata
1h32
10:03 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 868:50 PM Niigata
1h29
10:19 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect
JR EastToki 3469:40 PM Niigata
1h34
11:14 PM Saitama0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Niigata to Saitama

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Trains from Niigata to Saitama run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 if you book in advance.

There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:27, the last at 12:40. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 1h 7m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
142 miles (229 km)
Average train duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$73
Trains per day
27
Direct trains
27
Fastest train
1h 7m
First train
3:27 AM
Last train
12:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: JR East from Niigata to Saitama trainsJR East trains will get you between Niigata and Saitama from $73. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR East

About
East Japan Railway Company (JR East) is the largest passenger railway company in Japan, operating a network of 7,418.7 kilometers across the eastern half of Honshu, including Tokyo. Serving approximately 16 million passengers daily, JR East manages 1,682 stations and operates 11,863 trains per day. Beyond transportation, the company engages in various lifestyle services, including retail, real estate development, and hotel management, aiming to be a "Trusted Life-Style Service Creating Group."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR East Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest JR East Price
$73
JR East frequency
26 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage is allowed on JR East trains without additional charges.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be subject to space availability and may incur extra fees.
Luggage storage
Luggage storage areas are available on certain trains, such as the Shinkansen.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds are provided for unused tickets; refunds for used tickets are subject to handling charges.
Refund
Full refunds are provided if a train is canceled.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors aged 6 to 11 can travel on JR East trains with a consent form from a guardian.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available for purchase on Shinkansen trains.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations on Shinkansen trains require an additional fee.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
JR East trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with disabilities, including priority seating and accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bicycles are permitted on JR East trains if they are folded and placed in a carrying case.
Pets
Pets are allowed on JR East trains if they are in a carrier not exceeding 70 cm in total dimensions.
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FAQs: Trains from Niigata to Saitama

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Niigata to Saitama by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saitama, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Niigata to Saitama, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest time to travel by train from Niigata to Saitama is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. August is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Niigata to Saitama is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Niigata to Saitama. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
Yes, a day trip from Niigata to Saitama is possible by train, with journey times of around 1h 7m each way. That said, Saitama has a lot to see, so an overnight stay often makes for a more relaxed visit.
Yes, there are direct trains from Niigata to Saitama. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Niigata to Saitama takes around 1h 7m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Niigata to Saitama usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Niigata to Saitama. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Niigata to Saitama are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Saitama to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Niigata to Saitama, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Train tickets from Niigata to Saitama can cost as little as $73 when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $75, but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Niigata to Saitama are operated by JR East. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Niigata to Saitama depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Niigata to Saitama. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Niigata to Saitama

Most Niigata to Saitama trains use the Niigata Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Niigata and Saitama train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Niigata
Arrival train stations in Saitama

Which Niigata station do trains to Saitama leave from?

Trains from Niigata to Saitama leave from Niigata Station. The station is 2 miles (4 km) from Niigata city centre at Niigata Station, 1-chōme-1-1 Hanazono, Chuo Ward, Niigata, 950-0086, Japan.
Niigata StationNiigata Station, 1-chōme-1-1 Hanazono, Chuo Ward, Niigata, 950-0086, JapanWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Niigata Station from Niigata city centre

Niigata Station is 3 km from Niigata city centre. Public transport options include:

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Niigata Station train station facilities and services

Niigata Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several dining options available within the station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in designated areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main entrances.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Niigata Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Niigata Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Niigata Station: Station equipped with elevators and ramps for accessibility.

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