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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Ikebukuro Eki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Ikebukuro. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Ikebukuro Eki?

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 Eki?

The distance between Tokyo and Ikebukuro Eki is 9 km. The road distance is 9.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki 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 Eki?

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 Eki bus from?

Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki is to bus which takes 26 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥250 - ¥390 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki bus arrive?

Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Ikebukuro station.

Where does the Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki is 10 km. It takes approximately 8 min to drive from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki.

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro Eki?

There are 12811+ hotels available in Ikebukuro Eki.

Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from 東京 Tokyo to 池袋 Ikebukurosubway M
16 min
¥190–230
Drive 9.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Ekicar 9.8 km
8 min
¥171–247
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ikebukurobus Haneda
26 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Ikebukuro Ekitaxi 9.8 km
8 min
¥5,000–6,000
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 池袋 Ikebukurotrain Jy
25 min
¥250–390
Bus via 神保町
1. Take the bus from 神保町 to 池袋駅東口bus 都０２乙
40 min
¥210

Tokyo to Ikebukuro Eki by subway

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Distance: 8.7 km
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Ikebukuro Eki, 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, Airport Limousine Bus operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Ikebukuro once daily, and the journey takes 20 min.

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