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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ikebukuro (Station) station to Shibu Onsen. However, there are services departing from Ikebukuro Station East Exit and arriving at Snow Monkey Park via Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen. However, there are services departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at Yudanaka via Omiya Station and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

The distance between Ikebukuro (Station) and Shibu Onsen is 251 km. The road distance is 216 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen, including transfers.

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

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Ikebukuro Station East Exit.

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

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

Train or bus from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nagano Station, which costs ¥5500 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen is 216 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Omiya Station to Naganotrain Hakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Yudanakatrain [161124] Ltd. Exp. Snow Monkey / ...
4h 45m
¥4,240–5,589
Drive 216 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shibu Onsencar 216 km
3h 9m
¥3,743–5,406
Bus via Nagano Station
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Station East Exit to Nagano Stationbus
6h 20m
¥5,700–10,675
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ikebukuro Eki to Suzaka Stationbus
6h 41m
¥4,700–5,700

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Distance: 251.5 km
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to Shibu Onsen via 大宮 Ōmiya, Omiya Station, Nagano, and Yudanaka in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Ikebukuro Station East Exit to Nagano Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥4,200–8,000 and the journey takes 4h 4m.

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