Ōtsu to Saitama by train
Saitama lies 358 km (222 mi) east of Ōtsu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 58 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 437 km (271 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ōtsu | Saitama | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 345,070 | 1.3 million |
| Elevation | 131 m (430 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Ishiyama Station, Seta Station, Ōtsukyō Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Ōtsu 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 Ōtsu?
358 km (222 mi) in a straight line, east of Ōtsu; by road roughly 437 km (271 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ōtsu to Saitama by train?
About 1 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ōtsu 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.