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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Ikebukuro is to subway which costs ¥170 - ¥210 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Ikebukuro is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥3100 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct bus between Shinjuku and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 大久保通り and arriving at 池袋駅東口. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新宿 Shinjuku and arriving at 板橋 Itabashi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Ikebukuro?

The distance between Shinjuku and Ikebukuro is 7 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Ikebukuro without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs ¥150 - ¥280.

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

The train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 板橋 Itabashi takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Ikebukuro bus from?

Shinjuku to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 大久保通り station.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Ikebukuro train from?

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

Train or bus from Shinjuku to Ikebukuro?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Ikebukuro is to train which takes 8 min and costs ¥150 - ¥280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥160 - ¥220 and takes 18 min.

Where does the Shinjuku to Ikebukuro bus arrive?

Shinjuku to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 池袋駅東口 station.

Where does the Shinjuku to Ikebukuro train arrive?

Shinjuku to Ikebukuro train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 板橋 Itabashi station.

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro?

There are 12618+ hotels available in Ikebukuro.

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 板橋 Itabashi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥150–280 and the journey takes 8 min. F Liner also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 大久保通り to 池袋駅東口 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥166 and the journey takes 18 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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