What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥250 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs ¥4100 - ¥5000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 神保町 and arriving at 東池袋四丁目. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shinjuku Station station and arriving at Ikebukuro. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

The distance between Tokyo and Higashi-ikebukuro Station is 6 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station without a car is to train and subway which takes 10 min and costs ¥260 - ¥440.

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

It takes approximately 10 min to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station bus from?

Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 神保町 station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station train from?

Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station is to train which takes 20 min and costs ¥110 - ¥250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥209 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station bus arrive?

Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 東池袋四丁目 station.

Where does the Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station train arrive?

Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ikebukuro station.

Where can I stay near Higashi-ikebukuro Station?

There are 12843+ hotels available in Higashi-ikebukuro Station.

Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station - 6 ways to travel via train, subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station by train, subway, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ikebukurotrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
2. Take the subway from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 東池袋 Higashi-ikebukurosubway Y
10 min
¥267–431
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ikebukurotrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
20 min
¥110–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from 神保町 to 東池袋四丁目bus 都０２乙
30 min
¥209
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Stationtaxi 7.8 km
6 min
¥4,100–5,000
Subway
1. Take the subway from 有楽町 Yurakucho to 東池袋 Higashi-ikebukurosubway Y
17 min
¥190–230
Walk
1. Take the foot from Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Stationwalk 7.7 km
1h 32m

Tokyo to Higashi-ikebukuro Station by bus

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30 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 5.8 km
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Higashi-ikebukuro Station, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Ikebukuro hourly. Tickets cost ¥110–250 and the journey takes 5 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 神保町 to 東池袋四丁目 twice daily. Tickets cost ¥209 and the journey takes 30 min.

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