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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Wako is to subway which costs ¥170 - ¥280 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Wako is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥9500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Wako?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shibuya and arriving at Wakoshi. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Tokyo to Wako?

The distance between Tokyo and Wako is 18 km. The road distance is 20.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Wako without a car is to train via 池袋 Ikebukuro which takes 25 min and costs ¥320 - ¥600.

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

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Tokyo to Wako, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Wako train from?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Wako train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Wako?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Wako is 20 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Tokyo to Wako.

Where can I stay near Wako?

There are 11351+ hotels available in Wako.

Tokyo to Wako - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Wako by train, taxi, car, or subway

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

Train via 池袋 Ikebukuro
best
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Ikebukurotrain JS: Shōnan-Shinjuku / ...
2. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 和光市 Wakoshitrain Tj
25 min
¥327–581
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from 大手町 Otemachi to 西高島平 Nishi-takashimadairasubway I
35 min
¥170–280
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tokyo to Wakotaxi 20.1 km
18 min
¥9,500–12,000
Drive 20.1 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Wakocar 20.1 km
18 min
¥349–505
Train
1. Take the train from Shibuya to Wakoshitrain [120582] F-Liner
28 min
¥400–550

Tokyo to Wako by subway

2232Weekly Subways

35 minAverage Duration

¥170Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 17.5 km
Duration: 25 min

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

You can take a train from Shinjuku Station to 和光市 Wakoshi via Ikebukuro and 池袋 Ikebukuro in around 25 min.

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