What is the cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro?

The cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro is to bus which costs ¥210 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro?

The fastest way to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥5500 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Asakusa and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 浅草六丁目 and arriving at Hareza池袋. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Asakusa and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 鶯谷 Uguisudani and arriving at 池袋 Ikebukuro. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Asakusa to Ikebukuro?

The distance between Asakusa and Ikebukuro is 8 km. The road distance is 10.8 km.

How do I travel from Asakusa to Ikebukuro without a car?

The best way to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs ¥170 - ¥300.

How long does it take to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro?

The train from 鶯谷 Uguisudani to 池袋 Ikebukuro takes 15 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Ikebukuro bus from?

Asakusa to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 浅草六丁目 station.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Ikebukuro train from?

Asakusa to Ikebukuro train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 鶯谷 Uguisudani station.

Train or bus from Asakusa to Ikebukuro?

The best way to get from Asakusa to Ikebukuro is to train which takes 15 min and costs ¥170 - ¥300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥210 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Asakusa to Ikebukuro bus arrive?

Asakusa to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at Hareza池袋 station.

Where does the Asakusa to Ikebukuro train arrive?

Asakusa to Ikebukuro train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Can I drive from Asakusa to Ikebukuro?

Yes, the driving distance between Asakusa to Ikebukuro is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Asakusa to Ikebukuro.

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro?

There are 12611+ hotels available in Ikebukuro.

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Distance: 7.6 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Asakusa, Japan and Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 鶯谷 Uguisudani to 池袋 Ikebukuro every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥170–300 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 浅草六丁目 to Hareza池袋 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 52 min.

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