What is the cheapest way to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) is to train which costs ¥440 - ¥600 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs ¥11000 - ¥14000.

Is there a direct train between Saitama and Ikebukuro (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 大宮 Ōmiya and arriving at 池袋 Ikebukuro. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The distance between Saitama and Ikebukuro (Station) is 24 km. The road distance is 23.5 km.

How do I travel from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs ¥440 - ¥600.

How long does it take to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)?

The train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 池袋 Ikebukuro takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) train from?

Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 大宮 Ōmiya station.

Where does the Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) train arrive?

Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Can I drive from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) is 23 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station).

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro (Station)?

There are 12843+ hotels available in Ikebukuro (Station).

Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 池袋 Ikebukurotrain Ja / ...
37 min
¥440–600
Drive 23.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)car 23.5 km
29 min
¥408–590
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station)taxi 23.5 km
29 min
¥11,000–14,000

Saitama to Ikebukuro (Station) by train

1479Weekly Trains

37 minAverage Duration

¥440Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.8 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Saitama, Japan and Ikebukuro (Station), Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 大宮 Ōmiya to 池袋 Ikebukuro every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥440–600 and the journey takes 37 min.

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