What is the cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara?

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara is to drive which costs ¥140 - ¥210 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara?

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥4300 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Ikebukuro and Akihabara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 池袋駅東口 and arriving at 上野公園. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Ikebukuro and Akihabara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 御茶ノ水 Ochanomizu. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Ikebukuro to Akihabara?

The distance between Ikebukuro and Akihabara is 6 km. The road distance is 8.3 km.

How do I travel from Ikebukuro to Akihabara without a car?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara without a car is to subway which takes 12 min and costs ¥180 - ¥220.

How long does it take to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara?

The subway from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 御茶ノ水 Ochanomizu takes 12 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Akihabara bus from?

Ikebukuro to Akihabara bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 池袋駅東口 station.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Akihabara train from?

Ikebukuro to Akihabara train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, depart from 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Train or bus from Ikebukuro to Akihabara?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Akihabara is to bus which takes 44 min and costs ¥210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥220 - ¥350 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Akihabara bus arrive?

Ikebukuro to Akihabara bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 上野公園 station.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Akihabara train arrive?

Ikebukuro to Akihabara train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, arrive at 御茶ノ水 Ochanomizu station.

Can I drive from Ikebukuro to Akihabara?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro to Akihabara is 8 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Ikebukuro to Akihabara.

Where can I stay near Akihabara?

There are 12794+ hotels available in Akihabara.

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Ikebukuro to Akihabara by subway

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Distance: 6.4 km
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan and Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan?

Tokyo Metro operates a subway from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 御茶ノ水 Ochanomizu every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥180–220 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 池袋駅東口 to 上野公園 every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 44 min.

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