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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku is to subway which costs ¥170 - ¥210 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs ¥4000 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Shinjuku?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 経済産業省前 and arriving at 大久保通り. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Shinjuku?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 小川町 Ogawamachi and arriving at 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Shinjuku?

The distance between Tokyo and Shinjuku is 6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku without a car is to subway which takes 10 min and costs ¥170 - ¥210.

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

The subway from 小川町 Ogawamachi to 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome takes 10 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shinjuku bus from?

Tokyo to Shinjuku bus services, operated by Toei Bus, depart from 経済産業省前 station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Shinjuku train from?

Tokyo to Shinjuku train services, operated by Toei Subway, depart from 小川町 Ogawamachi station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Shinjuku?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku is to bus which takes 39 min and costs ¥210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥210 - ¥350 and takes 13 min.

Where does the Tokyo to Shinjuku bus arrive?

Tokyo to Shinjuku bus services, operated by Toei Bus, arrive at 大久保通り station.

Where does the Tokyo to Shinjuku train arrive?

Tokyo to Shinjuku train services, operated by Toei Subway, arrive at 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome station.

How do I get a train ticket from Tokyo to Shinjuku?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Tokyo to Shinjuku?

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Where can I stay near Shinjuku?

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Tokyo to Shinjuku - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Shinjuku by subway, bus, taxi, foot, or train

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Subway
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1. Take the subway from 小川町 Ogawamachi to 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchomesubway S
10 min
¥170–210
Bus
1. Take the bus from 経済産業省前 to 大久保通りbus 橋６３
39 min
¥210
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Shinjukutaxi 7.5 km
7 min
¥4,000–4,800
Walk
1. Take the foot from Tokyo to Shinjukuwalk 7.3 km
1h 27m
Train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Shinjuku Stationtrain JC: Chūō·Ōme Line Rapid / ...
13 min
¥210–350

Tokyo to Shinjuku by subway

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

Toei Subway operates a subway from 小川町 Ogawamachi to 新宿三丁目 Shinjuku-sanchome every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥170 and the journey takes 10 min. Tokyo Metro also services this route every 5 minutes. Alternatively, Toei Bus operates a bus from 経済産業省前 to 大久保通り hourly. Tickets cost ¥210 and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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