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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe is to train which costs ¥470 - ¥750 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe is to drive which takes 38 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct train between Ikebukuro and Kawagoe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 川越 Kawagoe. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe?

The distance between Ikebukuro and Kawagoe is 31 km. The road distance is 30.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs ¥470 - ¥750.

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

The train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 川越 Kawagoe takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Kawagoe train from?

Ikebukuro to Kawagoe train services, operated by Tobu Railway, depart from 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Kawagoe train arrive?

Ikebukuro to Kawagoe train services, operated by Tobu Railway, arrive at 川越 Kawagoe station.

Can I drive from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro to Kawagoe is 30 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe.

Where can I stay near Kawagoe?

There are 456+ hotels available in Kawagoe.

Ikebukuro to Kawagoe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Ikebukuro to Kawagoe by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 川越 Kawagoetrain Tj
45 min
¥470–750
Drive 30.4 km
1. Drive from Ikebukuro to Kawagoecar 30.4 km
38 min
¥528–763
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ikebukuro to Kawagoetaxi 30.4 km
38 min
¥14,000–18,000

Ikebukuro to Kawagoe by train

1753Weekly Trains

45 minAverage Duration

¥470Cheapest Price

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Distance: 30.7 km
Duration: 45 min

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

Tobu Railway operates a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 川越 Kawagoe every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥470–750 and the journey takes 45 min. JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) also services this route every 20 minutes.

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