What is the cheapest way to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing?

The cheapest way to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing is to drive which costs ¥230 - ¥340 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing?

The fastest way to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs ¥6500 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Arakawa-ku and Shibuya Crossing?

No, there is no direct bus from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing. However, there are services departing from 新三河島駅前 and arriving at 渋谷駅西口 via 池袋駅東口. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Arakawa-ku and Shibuya Crossing?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori and arriving at 渋谷 Shibuya. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing?

The distance between Arakawa-ku and Shibuya Crossing is 15 km. The road distance is 13.4 km.

How do I travel from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing without a car?

The best way to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs ¥290 - ¥430.

How long does it take to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing?

The train from 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori to 渋谷 Shibuya takes 27 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing bus from?

Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 新三河島駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing train from?

Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori station.

Train or bus from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing?

The best way to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing is to train which takes 30 min and costs ¥290 - ¥430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥411 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing bus arrive?

Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 池袋駅東口 station.

Where does the Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing train arrive?

Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 渋谷 Shibuya station.

Can I drive from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing?

Yes, the driving distance between Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing is 13 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing.

Where can I stay near Shibuya Crossing?

There are 13128+ hotels available in Shibuya Crossing.

Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori to 渋谷 Shibuyatrain Jy
30 min
¥290–430
Drive 13.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossingcar 13.4 km
16 min
¥233–337
Bus
1. Take the bus from 新三河島駅前 to 池袋駅東口bus 草６４
2. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口 to 渋谷駅西口bus 池８６ / ...
1h 29m
¥410
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossingtaxi 13.4 km
16 min
¥6,500–8,000

Arakawa-ku to Shibuya Crossing by train and foot

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Distance: 15.1 km
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Arakawa-ku, Japan and Shibuya Crossing, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori to 渋谷 Shibuya every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥290–430 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 新三河島駅前 to Shibuya Crossing via 池袋駅東口 and 渋谷駅西口 in around 1h 29m.

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