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

The cheapest way to get from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe is to drive which costs ¥650 - ¥1000 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe is to drive which takes 37 min and costs ¥650 - ¥1000.

Is there a direct train between Shimokitazawa and Kawagoe?

No, there is no direct train from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe. However, there are services departing from 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawa and arriving at 川越 Kawagoe via 新宿 Shinjuku and 池袋 Ikebukuro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe?

The distance between Shimokitazawa and Kawagoe is 41 km. The road distance is 39.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe without a car is to train via 池袋 Ikebukuro which takes 55 min and costs ¥700 - ¥1300.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe train from?

Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe train services, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway, depart from 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawa station.

Where does the Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe train arrive?

Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe train services, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway, arrive at 新宿 Shinjuku station.

Can I drive from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe is 39 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe.

Where can I stay near Kawagoe?

There are 455+ hotels available in Kawagoe.

Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe by train, car, or taxi

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Train via 池袋 Ikebukuro
best
1. Take the train from 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawa to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Oh
2. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 川越 Kawagoetrain Tj
55 min
¥738–1,224
Drive 39.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoecar 39.3 km
37 min
¥683–987
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimokitazawa to Kawagoetaxi 39.3 km
37 min
¥18,000–23,000
Train
1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 川越 Kawagoetrain Ja
1h 16m
¥858–1,224

Shimokitazawa to Kawagoe by train

1708Weekly Trains

55 minAverage Duration

¥738Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.5 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Shimokitazawa, Japan and Kawagoe, Japan?

You can take a train from 下北沢 Shimo-Kitazawa to 川越 Kawagoe via 新宿 Shinjuku and 池袋 Ikebukuro in around 55 min.

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