Day trip from Saitama to Kukichūō
Kukichūō lies 18 km (11 mi) north of Saitama, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 18 km (11 mi) apart, Kukichūō is a realistic day trip from Saitama: about 17 min each way by road.
| Saitama | Kukichūō | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.3 million | 150,582 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kukichūō
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Staying in Kukichūō
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Common questions
How far is Kukichūō from Saitama?
18 km (11 mi) in a straight line, north of Saitama; by road roughly 22 km (13 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saitama to Kukichūō by road?
About 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saitama and Kukichūō?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.