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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Edo is to train and subway which costs ¥300 - ¥430 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Edo is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥8500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Edo?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Edo. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Station and arriving at 南鳩ヶ谷 Minami-hatogaya via 赤羽岩淵 Akabane-iwabuchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Edo?

The distance between Tokyo and Edo is 15 km. The road distance is 17.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Edo without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs ¥460 - ¥650.

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

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Tokyo to Edo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Edo train from?

Tokyo to Edo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Where does the Tokyo to Edo train arrive?

Tokyo to Edo train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Akabane station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Edo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Edo is 18 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Tokyo to Edo.

Where can I stay near Edo?

There are 11798+ hotels available in Edo.

Tokyo to Edo - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Tokyo to Edo by train, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Akabanetrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
2. Take the train from 赤羽岩淵 Akabane-iwabuchi to 南鳩ヶ谷 Minami-hatogayatrain Sr
32 min
¥468–633
Train, subway
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 日暮里 Nipporitrain Jy / ...
2. Take the subway from 日暮里 Nippori to 見沼代親水公園 Minumadai-shinsuikoensubway Nt
36 min
¥306–430
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Edotaxi 17.9 km
18 min
¥8,500–11,000
Drive 17.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Edocar 17.9 km
18 min
¥308–444

Tokyo to Edo by train and subway

1785Weekly Services

36 minAverage Duration

¥306Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.3 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Edo, Saitama, Japan?

You can take a train from Shinjuku Station to 南鳩ヶ谷 Minami-hatogaya via Akabane, 赤羽駅東口, 赤羽二丁目, and 赤羽岩淵 Akabane-iwabuchi in around 32 min.

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