What is the cheapest way to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku?

The cheapest way to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku?

The fastest way to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku is to drive which takes 49 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Harajuku and Shinjuku?

No, there is no direct train from Harajuku to Shinjuku. However, there are services departing from 高麗川 Komagawa and arriving at 新宿 Shinjuku via 川越 Kawagoe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Harajuku to Shinjuku?

The distance between Harajuku and Shinjuku is 59 km. The road distance is 46.9 km.

How do I travel from Harajuku to Shinjuku without a car?

The best way to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥950 - ¥1500.

How long does it take to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harajuku to Shinjuku train from?

Harajuku to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 高麗川 Komagawa station.

Where does the Harajuku to Shinjuku train arrive?

Harajuku to Shinjuku train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 川越 Kawagoe station.

Can I drive from Harajuku to Shinjuku?

Yes, the driving distance between Harajuku to Shinjuku is 47 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Harajuku to Shinjuku.

Where can I stay near Shinjuku?

There are 12837+ hotels available in Shinjuku.

Harajuku to Shinjuku - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Harajuku to Shinjuku by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 高麗川 Komagawa to 川越 Kawagoetrain JR川越線 JR Kawagoe Line
2. Take the train from 川越 Kawagoe to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Ja
1h 32m
¥996–1,421
Drive 46.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Harajuku to Shinjukucar 46.9 km
49 min
¥815–1,178
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harajuku to Shinjukutaxi 46.9 km
49 min
¥22,000–27,000
Train via Haijima
1. Take the train from 高麗川 Komagawa to 拝島 Haijimatrain JR八高線 JR Hachikō Line
2. Take the train from Haijima to Shinjuku Stationtrain JC: Chūō·Ōme Line Rapid / ...
1h 32m
¥956–1,345

Harajuku to Shinjuku by train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.2 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Harajuku, Japan and Shinjuku, Japan?

You can take a train from 高麗川 Komagawa to 新宿 Shinjuku via 川越 Kawagoe in around 1h 32m.

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