What is the cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) is to train which costs ¥4100 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥4300 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Hakuba and Ikebukuro (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station). However, there are services departing from Hakuba-Happo bus terminal and arriving at Shimo-Ochiai via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Hakuba and Ikebukuro (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station). However, there are services departing from Hakuba and arriving at 池袋 Ikebukuro via 新宿 Shinjuku. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The distance between Hakuba and Ikebukuro (Station) is 285 km. The road distance is 249.9 km.

How do I travel from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) bus from?

Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Hakuba-Happo bus terminal station.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) train from?

Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Hakuba station.

Train or bus from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagano station, which costs ¥5500 - ¥8500 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) bus arrive?

Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano station.

Where does the Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) train arrive?

Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinjuku Station.

Can I drive from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station).

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro (Station)?

There are 12773+ hotels available in Ikebukuro (Station).

Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Stationtrain Azusa
3h 51m
¥4,183–5,486
Bus via Nagano station
1. Take the bus from Hakuba-Happo bus terminal to Nagano stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nagano to Shimo-Ochiaibus
5h 6m
¥5,551–8,488
Drive 249.9 km
1. Drive from Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station)car 249.9 km
3h 31m
¥4,344–6,274
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hakuba-Happo bus terminal to Nagano stationbus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Omiya Stationtrain Kagayaki / ...
3h 59m
¥4,571–7,188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Snow Peak Land Station to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
5h 19m
¥4,681–9,505

Hakuba to Ikebukuro (Station) by bus and train

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5h 19mAverage Duration

¥4,681Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.5 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Hakuba, Japan and Ikebukuro (Station), Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hakuba to Shinjuku Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hakuba-Happo bus terminal to Ikebukuro (Station) via Nagano station, Nagano, and Shimo-Ochiai in around 5h 6m.

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