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

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda is to bus which costs ¥1400 - ¥4000 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥5000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct bus between Ikebukuro and Ueda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） and arriving at 住吉［上田市］（おりば）. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ikebukuro and Ueda?

No, there is no direct train from Ikebukuro to Ueda. However, there are services departing from Ikebukuro and arriving at Ueda via Ōmiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Ikebukuro to Ueda?

The distance between Ikebukuro and Ueda is 183 km. The road distance is 187.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥5000 - ¥10000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Ueda bus from?

Ikebukuro to Ueda bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, depart from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） station.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Ueda train from?

Ikebukuro to Ueda train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Ikebukuro station.

Train or bus from Ikebukuro to Ueda?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥5000 - ¥10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1400 - ¥4000 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Ueda bus arrive?

Ikebukuro to Ueda bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, arrive at 住吉［上田市］（おりば） station.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Ueda train arrive?

Ikebukuro to Ueda train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Ikebukuro to Ueda?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro to Ueda is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Ikebukuro to Ueda.

Where can I stay near Ueda?

There are 320+ hotels available in Ueda.

Ikebukuro to Ueda - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ikebukuro to ŌmiyaJA: Saikyō·Kawagoe Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the train from Ōmiya to UedaHakutaka / ...
2h 7m
¥5,338–9,904
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 住吉［上田市］（おりば）池袋～上田
3h 6m
¥1,400–4,000
Drive 187.2 km
1. Drive from Ikebukuro to Ueda187.2 km
2h 23m
¥3,197–4,617

Ikebukuro to Ueda by bus

42Weekly Buses

3h 6mAverage Duration

¥1,400Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ikebukuro to Ueda.

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Distance: 182.8 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Ikebukuro to Ueda via Ōmiya in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, Express bus - Gunma Prefecture operates a bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 住吉［上田市］（おりば） every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,400–4,000 and the journey takes 3h 6m.

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