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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki. However, there are services departing from 池袋駅東口 and arriving at 渋谷駅西口 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki. However, there are services departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawa via 新宿 Shinjuku. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki?

The distance between Ikebukuro (Station) and Shimokitazawa Eki is 10 km. The road distance is 10.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs ¥260 - ¥480.

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

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki is to train which takes 21 min and costs ¥260 - ¥480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥330 - ¥350 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki bus arrive?

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 渋谷駅西口 station.

Where does the Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki.

Where can I stay near Shimokitazawa Eki?

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Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Jy / ...
2. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawatrain Oh
21 min
¥268–472
Drive 10.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Ekicar 10.2 km
13 min
¥176–255
Bus
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口 to 渋谷駅西口bus 池８６ / ...
47 min
¥330–350
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Ekitaxi 10.2 km
13 min
¥5,000–6,500

Ikebukuro (Station) to Shimokitazawa Eki by train

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21 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9.9 km
Duration: 21 min

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

You can take a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawa via 新宿 Shinjuku in around 21 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 池袋駅東口 to 渋谷駅西口 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 39 min.

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