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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro to Arakawa is to train which costs ¥140 - ¥270 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro to Arakawa is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥4800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Ikebukuro and Arakawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hareza池袋 and arriving at 新三河島駅前. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Ikebukuro and Arakawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Ikebukuro to Arakawa?

The distance between Ikebukuro and Arakawa is 6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Arakawa without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs ¥140 - ¥270.

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

The train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori takes 11 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Arakawa bus from?

Ikebukuro to Arakawa bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from Hareza池袋 station.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Arakawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Ikebukuro to Arakawa?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Arakawa is to train which takes 11 min and costs ¥140 - ¥270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥195 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Arakawa bus arrive?

Ikebukuro to Arakawa bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 新三河島駅前 station.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Arakawa train arrive?

Ikebukuro to Arakawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori station.

Where can I stay near Arakawa?

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Ikebukuro to Arakawa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Ikebukuro to Arakawa by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 西日暮里 Nishi-Nipporitrain Jy
11 min
¥140–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hareza池袋 to 新三河島駅前bus 草６４
31 min
¥195
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ikebukuro to Arakawataxi 9.2 km
10 min
¥4,800–6,000
Walk
1. Take the foot from Ikebukuro to Arakawawalk 8 km
1h 36m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 西日暮里 Nishi-Nipporitrain Jy
2. Take the bus from 西日暮里駅前 to 荒川三丁目bus 草６３
28 min

Ikebukuro to Arakawa by train

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Distance: 6.1 km
Duration: 11 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 西日暮里 Nishi-Nippori every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥140–270 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from Hareza池袋 to 新三河島駅前 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥195 and the journey takes 31 min.

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