What is the cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥800 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum?

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum is to drive which takes 32 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and The Railway Museum?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjuku station to The Railway Museum. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Station and arriving at The Railway Museum via Omiya(Saitama). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum?

The distance between Shinjuku and The Railway Museum is 29 km. The road distance is 30.7 km.

How do I travel from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs ¥650 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum?

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to The Railway Museum train from?

Shinjuku to The Railway Museum train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Where does the Shinjuku to The Railway Museum train arrive?

Shinjuku to The Railway Museum train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to The Railway Museum is 31 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum.

Where can I stay near The Railway Museum?

There are 428+ hotels available in The Railway Museum.

Shinjuku to The Railway Museum - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shinjuku to The Railway Museum by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiyatrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
36 min
¥683–877
Drive 30.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shinjuku to The Railway Museumcar 30.7 km
32 min
¥529–763
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinjuku to The Railway Museumtaxi 30.7 km
32 min
¥14,000–18,000
Train via 新宿 Shinjuku
1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ja / ...
49 min
¥696–894

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Distance: 29.3 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and The Railway Museum, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiya hourly. Tickets cost ¥490–700 and the journey takes 29 min.

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