What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Edo?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Edo is to drive which costs ¥300 - ¥450 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Edo?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Edo is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥8500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Edo?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Edo. However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at 見沼代親水公園 Minumadai-shinsuikoen via 日暮里 Nippori. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Edo?

The distance between Tokyo and Edo is 16 km. The road distance is 17.9 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Edo without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Edo without a car is to train and subway via 日暮里 Nippori which takes 37 min and costs ¥300 - ¥550.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Edo?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Tokyo to Edo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Edo train from?

Tokyo to Edo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Edo train arrive?

Tokyo to Edo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 日暮里 Nippori station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Edo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Edo is 18 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Tokyo to Edo.

Where can I stay near Edo?

There are 12146+ hotels available in Edo.

Tokyo to Edo - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Edo by train, subway, taxi, or car

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Train, subway via 日暮里 Nippori
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1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 日暮里 Nipporitrain Jy / ...
2. Take the subway from 日暮里 Nippori to 見沼代親水公園 Minumadai-shinsuikoensubway Nt
37 min
¥306–520
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Edotaxi 17.9 km
18 min
¥8,500–11,000
Drive 17.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Edocar 17.9 km
18 min
¥307–443
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Nipporitrain Joubansen / ...
2. Take the subway from 日暮里 Nippori to 見沼代親水公園 Minumadai-shinsuikoensubway Nt
39 min
¥307–521

Tokyo to Edo by train and subway

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37 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 15.6 km
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Edo, Saitama, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Tokyo to Edo. However, you can take the train to 日暮里 Nippori, walk to 日暮里 Nippori, then take the subway to 見沼代親水公園 Minumadai-shinsuikoen. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Edo.

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