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

The cheapest way to get from Ueda to Ikebukuro is to bus which costs ¥1400 - ¥3800 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ueda to Ikebukuro is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥2900 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct bus between Ueda and Ikebukuro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 住吉［上田市］（のりば） and arriving at 池袋駅東口（おりば）. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ueda and Ikebukuro?

No, there is no direct train from Ueda to Ikebukuro. However, there are services departing from Ueda and arriving at Ikebukuro via Ueno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Ueda to Ikebukuro?

The distance between Ueda and Ikebukuro is 194 km. The road distance is 188.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ueda to Ikebukuro without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥2900 - ¥3900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Ueda to Ikebukuro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Ikebukuro bus from?

Ueda to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, depart from 住吉［上田市］（のりば） station.

Where do I catch the Ueda to Ikebukuro train from?

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

Train or bus from Ueda to Ikebukuro?

The best way to get from Ueda to Ikebukuro is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs ¥2900 - ¥3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1400 - ¥3800 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Ueda to Ikebukuro bus arrive?

Ueda to Ikebukuro bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, arrive at 池袋駅東口（おりば） station.

Where does the Ueda to Ikebukuro train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ueda to Ikebukuro?

Yes, the driving distance between Ueda to Ikebukuro is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ueda to Ikebukuro.

Where can I stay near Ikebukuro?

There are 11886+ hotels available in Ikebukuro.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Ueda to Ikebukuro 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 Ueda to Uenotrain Hakutaka / ...
1h 33m
¥2,928–3,849
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 住吉［上田市］（のりば） to 池袋駅東口（おりば）bus 池袋～上田
3h 10m
¥1,400–3,800
Drive 188.3 km
1. Drive from Ueda to Ikebukurocar 188.3 km
2h 22m
¥3,256–4,703

Ueda to Ikebukuro by bus

42Weekly Buses

3h 10mAverage Duration

¥1,400Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 194.5 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Ueda to Ueno hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,700–3,600 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, Express bus - Gunma Prefecture operates a bus from 住吉［上田市］（のりば） to 池袋駅東口（おりば） every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,400–3,800 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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