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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi. However, there are services departing from 池袋駅東口 and arriving at 新橋駅前 via 大久保通り. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 新橋 Shimbashi. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

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

The distance between Ikebukuro (Station) and Shimbashi is 14 km. The road distance is 10.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs ¥290 - ¥420.

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

The train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 新橋 Shimbashi takes 28 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 池袋駅東口 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi is to train which takes 28 min and costs ¥290 - ¥420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥420 and takes 1h 26m.

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

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 大久保通り station.

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

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

Can I drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi is 10 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi.

Where can I stay near Shimbashi?

There are 12792+ hotels available in Shimbashi.

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 新橋 Shimbashitrain Jy
28 min
¥290–420
Drive 10.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashicar 10.1 km
10 min
¥176–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口 to 大久保通りbus 池８６ / ...
2. Take the bus from 大久保通り to 新橋駅前bus 橋６３
1h 26m
¥420
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashitaxi 10.1 km
10 min
¥5,000–6,500

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimbashi by train

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28 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.4 km
Duration: 28 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 新橋 Shimbashi every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥290–420 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 池袋駅東口 to 新橋駅前 via 大久保通り in around 1h 26m.

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