What is the cheapest way to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo is to drive which costs ¥140 - ¥220 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs ¥4500 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku Station and Ueno Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新宿 Shinjuku and arriving at 上野 Ueno. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo?

The distance between Shinjuku Station and Ueno Zoo is 15 km. The road distance is 8.6 km.

How do I travel from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs ¥270 - ¥400.

How long does it take to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo?

The train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 上野 Ueno takes 25 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo train from?

Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 新宿 Shinjuku station.

Where does the Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo train arrive?

Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 上野 Ueno station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo.

Where can I stay near Ueno Zoo?

There are 12792+ hotels available in Ueno Zoo.

Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 上野 Uenotrain Jy
38 min
¥270–400
Drive 8.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoocar 8.6 km
10 min
¥150–216
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ochanomizutrain JC: Chūō·Ōme Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the bus from 御茶ノ水駅前 to 東大構内bus 茶０７
50 min
¥385–509
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zootaxi 8.6 km
10 min
¥4,500–5,500

Shinjuku Station to Ueno Zoo by train and foot

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38 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.5 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Shinjuku Station, Japan and Ueno Zoo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 上野 Ueno every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥270–400 and the journey takes 25 min.

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