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

The cheapest way to get from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) is to drive which costs ¥170 - ¥260 and takes 8 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新橋 Shimbashi and arriving at 池袋 Ikebukuro. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

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

The distance between Shimbashi and Ikebukuro (Station) is 21 km. The road distance is 10.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥390 - ¥550.

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

The train from 新橋 Shimbashi to 池袋 Ikebukuro takes 38 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) is 10 km. It takes approximately 8 min to drive from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station).

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro (Station)?

There are 12875+ hotels available in Ikebukuro (Station).

Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 新橋 Shimbashi to 池袋 Ikebukurotrain Jy
38 min
¥390–550
Drive 10.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station)car 10.3 km
8 min
¥180–259
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shimbashi to Okutrain Ueno-Tōkyō Line
2. Take the bus from 尾久駅前 to 池袋駅東口bus 草６４
52 min
¥415–540
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station)taxi 10.3 km
8 min
¥5,000–6,500

Shimbashi to Ikebukuro (Station) by train

5183Weekly Trains

38 minAverage Duration

¥390Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.9 km
Duration: 38 min

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 新橋 Shimbashi to 池袋 Ikebukuro every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥390–550 and the journey takes 38 min.

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