What is the cheapest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥250 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Meiji Shrine and Ueno Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae and arriving at 根津 Nezu. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo?

The distance between Meiji Shrine and Ueno Zoo is 13 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

How do I travel from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo without a car is to subway which takes 47 min and costs ¥200 - ¥240.

How long does it take to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo?

The subway from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae to 根津 Nezu takes 22 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo train from?

Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, depart from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae station.

Where does the Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo train arrive?

Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, arrive at 根津 Nezu station.

Can I drive from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo.

Where can I stay near Ueno Zoo?

There are 12788+ hotels available in Ueno Zoo.

Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo by subway, train, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae to 根津 Nezusubway C
47 min
¥200–240
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoocar 9.7 km
13 min
¥168–243
Train
1. Take the train from 原宿 Harajuku to 上野 Uenotrain Jy
1h 1m
¥380–550
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zootaxi 9.7 km
13 min
¥5,000–6,000

Meiji Shrine to Ueno Zoo by foot and subway

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Distance: 13 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Meiji Shrine, Japan and Ueno Zoo, Japan?

Tokyo Metro operates a subway from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae to 根津 Nezu every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥200–240 and the journey takes 22 min.

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