What is the cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station?

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station is to drive which costs ¥210 - ¥320 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station?

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥6000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Kichijōji Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 新宿 Shinjuku and arriving at 吉祥寺 Kichijōji. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station?

The distance between Shinjuku and Kichijōji Station is 12 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs ¥250 - ¥380.

How long does it take to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station?

The train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 吉祥寺 Kichijōji takes 20 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station train from?

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

Where does the Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station train arrive?

Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 吉祥寺 Kichijōji station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station.

Where can I stay near Kichijōji Station?

There are 11284+ hotels available in Kichijōji Station.

Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station by train, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 吉祥寺 Kichijōjitrain Jb / ...
20 min
¥250–380
Drive 12.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Stationcar 12.5 km
13 min
¥217–313
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinjuku to Kichijōji Stationtaxi 12.5 km
13 min
¥6,000–7,500

Shinjuku to Kichijōji Station by train

2583Weekly Trains

20 minAverage Duration

¥250Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.1 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Kichijōji Station, Tokyo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 吉祥寺 Kichijōji every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥250–380 and the journey takes 20 min.

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