What is the cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower?

The cheapest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower is to train via 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō which costs ¥150 - ¥290 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower?

The fastest way to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs ¥4100 - ¥4900.

Is there a direct ferry between Ueno (Station) and Tokyo Tower?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Asakusa and arriving at Hinode Pier. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Ueno (Station) and Tokyo Tower?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 上野 Ueno and arriving at 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower?

The distance between Ueno (Station) and Tokyo Tower is 9 km.

How do I travel from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower without a car?

The best way to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower without a car is to train and subway which takes 27 min and costs ¥320 - ¥460.

How long does it take to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower?

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower train from?

Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 上野 Ueno station.

Where does the Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower train arrive?

Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō station.

Where can I stay near Tokyo Tower?

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Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower by train, subway, taxi, foot, or ferry

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from 上野 Ueno to 浜松町 Hamamatsuchōtrain Jy / ...
2. Take the subway from 大門 Daimon to 赤羽橋 Akabanebashisubway E
27 min
¥328–452
Train via 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō
cheapest
1. Take the train from 上野 Ueno to 浜松町 Hamamatsuchōtrain Jy / ...
30 min
¥150–290
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Towertaxi 7.7 km
9 min
¥4,100–4,900
Walk
1. Take the foot from Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Towerwalk 7.5 km
1h 30m
Train
1. Take the train from Ueno to Kamiyachotrain [84098] TH-Liner 2
35 min
¥180–280
Subway
1. Take the subway from 上野 Ueno to 神谷町 Kamiyachosubway H
38 min
¥190–230
Water bus
1. Take the ferry from Asakusa to Hinode Pierferry Hotaluna
1h 35m
¥1,040

Ueno (Station) to Tokyo Tower by train, subway, and foot

1424Weekly Services

27 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Ueno (Station), Tokyo, Japan and Tokyo Tower, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from 上野 Ueno to 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō every 5 minutes. Tickets cost ¥150–290 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Tokyo Cruise operates a ferry from Asakusa to Hinode Pier every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,040 and the journey takes 40 min.

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