What is the cheapest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka?

The cheapest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka?

The fastest way to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Meiji Shrine and Yanaka?

No, there is no direct bus from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka. However, there are services departing from 北参道 and arriving at 千駄木三丁目 via 池袋駅東口. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Meiji Shrine and Yanaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae and arriving at 千駄木 Sendagi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka?

The distance between Meiji Shrine and Yanaka is 13 km. The road distance is 10.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka without a car is to subway which takes 37 min and costs ¥200 - ¥240.

How long does it take to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka?

The subway from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae to 千駄木 Sendagi takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Meiji Shrine to Yanaka bus from?

Meiji Shrine to Yanaka bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 北参道 station.

Where do I catch the Meiji Shrine to Yanaka train from?

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

Train or bus from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka?

The best way to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka is to bus which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥418. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥270 - ¥410 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Meiji Shrine to Yanaka bus arrive?

Meiji Shrine to Yanaka bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 池袋駅東口 station.

Where does the Meiji Shrine to Yanaka train arrive?

Meiji Shrine to Yanaka train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, arrive at 千駄木 Sendagi station.

Can I drive from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Meiji Shrine to Yanaka is 10 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka.

Where can I stay near Yanaka?

There are 12985+ hotels available in Yanaka.

Meiji Shrine to Yanaka - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Meiji Shrine to Yanaka by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae to 千駄木 Sendagisubway C
37 min
¥200–240
Drive 10.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meiji Shrine to Yanakacar 10.4 km
14 min
¥179–259
Bus
1. Take the bus from 北参道 to 池袋駅東口bus 池８６ / ...
2. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口 to 千駄木三丁目bus 草６３
1h 25m
¥418
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Meiji Shrine to Yanakataxi 10.4 km
14 min
¥5,000–6,500
Train
1. Take the train from 原宿 Harajuku to 日暮里 Nipporitrain Jy / ...
38 min
¥270–410

Meiji Shrine to Yanaka by foot and subway

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Distance: 13 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Meiji Shrine, Japan and Yanaka, Tokyo, Japan?

Tokyo Metro operates a subway from 明治神宮前〈原宿〉 Meiji-jingumae to 千駄木 Sendagi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥200–240 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Meiji Shrine to 千駄木三丁目 via 北参道 and 池袋駅東口 in around 1h 25m.

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