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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Wako is to subway which costs ¥220 - ¥270 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Wako is to train which takes 16 min and costs ¥210 - ¥330.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Wako?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 池袋 Ikebukuro and arriving at 和光市 Wakoshi. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Wako?

The distance between Shinjuku and Wako is 13 km. The road distance is 16.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Wako without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs ¥210 - ¥330.

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

The train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 和光市 Wakoshi takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Wako train from?

Shinjuku to Wako train services, operated by Tobu Railway, depart from 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Where does the Shinjuku to Wako train arrive?

Shinjuku to Wako train services, operated by Tobu Railway, arrive at 和光市 Wakoshi station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Wako?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Wako is 16 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Shinjuku to Wako.

Where can I stay near Wako?

There are 11950+ hotels available in Wako.

Shinjuku to Wako - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Shinjuku to Wako by train, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 和光市 Wakoshitrain Tj
16 min
¥210–330
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shinjuku to Wakotaxi 16.1 km
19 min
¥7,500–9,500
Drive 16.1 km
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Wakocar 16.1 km
19 min
¥279–403
Subway
1. Take the subway from 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome to 和光市 Wakoshisubway F
30 min
¥220–270

Shinjuku to Wako by train

1268Weekly Trains

16 minAverage Duration

¥210Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.7 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Wako, Japan?

Tobu Railway operates a train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 和光市 Wakoshi every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥210–330 and the journey takes 16 min. F Liner also services this route every 2 hours.

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