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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō is to bus and train which costs ¥2900 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6000.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō. However, there are services departing from Ikebukuro and arriving at Arai(Niigata) via Omiya Station and Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

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

The distance between Ikebukuro (Station) and Myōkō is 281 km. The road distance is 263.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō, including transfers.

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

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

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

Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Joetsumyoko station.

Can I drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō.

Where can I stay near Myōkō?

There are 389+ hotels available in Myōkō.

Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkō by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Omiya Station to Joetsumyokotrain Hakutaka
3h 32m
¥4,166–5,652
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 上田駅前（１番のりば）bus 池袋～上田 / ...
2. Take the train from Ueda Nagano to Joetsumyokotrain Hakutaka
5h 27m
¥2,940–5,980
Drive 263.8 km
1. Drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Myōkōcar 263.8 km
3h 41m
¥4,578–6,612
Bus, train via Nagano
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Station East Exit to Nagano Stationbus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Myoko-Kogentrain [17832] Shinano Railway Kitashinano
6h 28m
¥5,380–9,245

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Distance: 280.9 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Omiya Station to Joetsumyoko every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,600–4,800 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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