What is the cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara?

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara is to subway which costs ¥170 - ¥240 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara?

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥3700 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct bus between Shinjuku and Akihabara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 高田馬場駅前 and arriving at 湯島四丁目. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Akihabara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome and arriving at 岩本町 Iwamotocho. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Akihabara?

The distance between Shinjuku and Akihabara is 7 km.

How do I travel from Shinjuku to Akihabara without a car?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara without a car is to subway which takes 11 min and costs ¥170 - ¥240.

How long does it take to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara?

The subway from 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome to 岩本町 Iwamotocho takes 11 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Akihabara bus from?

Shinjuku to Akihabara bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 高田馬場駅前 station.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Akihabara train from?

Shinjuku to Akihabara train services, operated by Toei Subway, depart from 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome station.

Train or bus from Shinjuku to Akihabara?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Akihabara is to bus which takes 33 min and costs ¥210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥160 - ¥290 and takes 15 min.

Where does the Shinjuku to Akihabara bus arrive?

Shinjuku to Akihabara bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 湯島四丁目 station.

Where does the Shinjuku to Akihabara train arrive?

Shinjuku to Akihabara train services, operated by Toei Subway, arrive at 岩本町 Iwamotocho station.

Where can I stay near Akihabara?

There are 12785+ hotels available in Akihabara.

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Shinjuku to Akihabara by subway

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Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Akihabara, Tokyo, Japan?

Toei Subway operates a subway from 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome to 岩本町 Iwamotocho every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥170–240 and the journey takes 11 min. Tokyo Metro also services this route every 5 minutes. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 高田馬場駅前 to 湯島四丁目 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 33 min.

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