Ebetsu to Saitama by train
Saitama lies 817 km (508 mi) south of Ebetsu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 28 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 997 km (619 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ebetsu | Saitama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 133,953 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Ebetsu Station, Takasago Station, Toyohoro Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Ebetsu to Saitama
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Staying in Saitama
Our booking partner lists 67 places to stay in Saitama. Of the 41 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (24). Across 28 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 31,345 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Saitama from Ebetsu?
817 km (508 mi) in a straight line, south of Ebetsu; by road roughly 997 km (619 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ebetsu to Saitama by train?
About 4 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ebetsu and Saitama?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Saitama?
Our booking partner lists 67 places to stay in Saitama, bookable on this site.
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.