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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro is to subway which costs ¥190 - ¥230 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 神保町 and arriving at 池袋駅東口. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 東京 Tokyo and arriving at 池袋 Ikebukuro. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Ikebukuro?

The distance between Tokyo and Ikebukuro is 9 km. The road distance is 10.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro without a car is to subway which takes 16 min and costs ¥190 - ¥230.

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

The subway from 東京 Tokyo to 池袋 Ikebukuro takes 16 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ikebukuro bus from?

Tokyo to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 神保町 station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ikebukuro train from?

Tokyo to Ikebukuro train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, depart from 東京 Tokyo station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Ikebukuro?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro is to bus which takes 34 min and costs ¥210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥250 - ¥390 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Ikebukuro bus arrive?

Tokyo to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 池袋駅東口 station.

Where does the Tokyo to Ikebukuro train arrive?

Tokyo to Ikebukuro train services, operated by Tokyo Metro, arrive at 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ikebukuro?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ikebukuro is 10 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Tokyo to Ikebukuro.

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro?

There are 12564+ hotels available in Ikebukuro.

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Tokyo to Ikebukuro by subway

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Distance: 8.7 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan?

Tokyo Metro operates a subway from 東京 Tokyo to 池袋 Ikebukuro every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥190–230 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 神保町 to 池袋駅東口 twice daily. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 34 min. Airport Limousine Bus also services this route once daily.

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