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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Mitaka is to train which costs ¥180 - ¥380 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Mitaka is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs ¥7000 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Mitaka?

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 Mitaka?

The distance between Shinjuku and Mitaka is 12 km. The road distance is 14.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Mitaka without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs ¥180 - ¥380.

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

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 Mitaka train from?

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

Where does the Shinjuku to Mitaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Mitaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Mitaka is 14 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Shinjuku to Mitaka.

Where can I stay near Mitaka?

There are 11896+ hotels available in Mitaka.

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

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1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 吉祥寺 Kichijōjitrain Jb / ...
20 min
¥180–380
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinjuku to Mitakataxi 14.1 km
14 min
¥7,000–8,500
Drive 14.1 km
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Mitakacar 14.1 km
14 min
¥244–353

Shinjuku to Mitaka by train

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20 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 12.1 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Mitaka, 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. Keio Corporation also services this route every 10 minutes.

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