How to Get from Ikebukuro Station to Akihabara Sta.

JR Yamanote Line・Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line + Hibiya Line・Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line + JR Chuo-Sobu Line・Taxi

How Far Is It from Ikebukuro Station to Akihabara Sta.? What Is the Best Way to Get from Ikebukuro Station to Akihabara Sta.?

The straight-line distance from Ikebukuro Station to Akihabara Sta. is approximately 6.6 km, while the operating route distance via the recommended JR Yamanote Line is 10.0 km. The fastest and most convenient option is the direct train, taking about 20 minutes.

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Fastest

JR Yamanote Line

Direct · 20m

¥220 - ¥350
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Alternative

Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line + Hibiya Line

Transfer · 25m

¥200 - ¥400
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Cheapest

Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line + JR Chuo-Sobu Line

Transfer · 25m

¥180 - ¥220
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Direct Ride

Taxi

Direct · 10m

¥4,100 - ¥4,900
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Ikebukuro Station → Akihabara Sta.(JR Yamanote Line)

Compare prices to get from Ikebukuro Station to Akihabara Sta.

Operators Prices Duration Routes Highlights
JR Yamanote Line ¥220 - ¥350 20m Ikebukuro Station -> Akihabara Station Direct service Frequent departures JR Pass valid
Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line + Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line ¥200 - ¥400 25m Ikebukuro Station -> Otemachi Station -> Akihabara Station Subway network Reliable service
Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line + JR Chuo-Sobu Line ¥180 - ¥220 25m Ikebukuro Station -> Ochanomizu Station -> Akihabara Station Budget-friendly Scenic walk option from Ochanomizu

Compare transport operators between Ikebukuro Station and Akihabara Sta.

Train
JR

JR Yamanote Line

Departure: Ikebukuro Station
Arrival: Akihabara Station
Duration: 20m
Price: ¥220

Ikebukuro Station to Akihabara Sta. Travel Tips

Use an IC Card

Use a Suica or Pasmo IC card for seamless tapping at ticket gates without purchasing paper tickets.

Power Adapters

Japan uses Type A and Type B plugs operating at 100V. Visitors from outside North America may need a plug adapter.

Stay Connected

Rent a pocket Wi-Fi device or get an eSIM at the airport to ensure uninterrupted navigation across Tokyo's subway and rail networks.

Budget Travel

Choosing Tokyo Metro routes via Ochanomizu can save a small amount on fares if you don't mind a transfer.

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Akihabara
Tokyo
| 0.13km from city centre

With a stay at remm Akihabara in Tokyo (Akihabara), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Ueno Park and Tokyo Dome. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Ameyoko Shopping District and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Tokyo Imperial Palace.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Portal Cafe AKIBA serving guests of remm Akihabara. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Make yourself at home in one of the 259 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Akihabara
Tokyo
| 0.15km from city centre

Akihabara Bay Hotel - Located in central Tokyo, this hotel is ideal for female travelers, just a 5-minute drive from Tokyo Dome and the Tokyo Imperial Palace. This capsule hotel is 3.4 km from Sensoji Temple and 4.2 km from Tokyo Skytree. Enjoy convenient amenities including free Wi-Fi, a TV in the common area, and vending machines. It also features a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free Wi-Fi provides internet access. Bathrooms are equipped with showers, bidets, and hairdryers. Convenient facilities like washing machines and dryers are available, along with daily housekeeping service.

Akihabara
Tokyo
| 0.15km from city centre

With a stay at JR East Hotel Mets Akihabara, you'll be centrally located in Tokyo, within a 5-minute drive of Tokyo Dome and Tokyo Imperial Palace. This hotel is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tokyo Skytree and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Tokyo Tower.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and a vending machine.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Make yourself at home in one of the 196 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature hair dryers and slippers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and blackout drapes/curtains.

Akihabara
Tokyo
| 0.18km from city centre

Located in Tokyo (Akihabara), Akihabara Washington Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Kanda Shrine and Ueno Park. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Tokyo Dome and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Tokyo Imperial Palace.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and a vending machine.

At Akihabara Washington Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Stay in one of 369 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones and blackout drapes/curtains.

Akihabara
Tokyo
| 0.21km from city centre

The Petit Hotel Akihabara Toujour provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Tokyo will find that the Petit Hotel Akihabara Toujour is a fantastic accommodation choice.

Traveling to the hotel is easy with Akihabara Station located approximately 200m away and Haneda Airport roughly 21km away. The closest major public transportation, Akihabara Metro Station, is only 200m away. The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Akihabara, Nihonbashi and Ueno Park.

When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities.

Station Guide

Akihabara Sta.

Akihabara Station is the central gateway to Tokyo's world-famous electronics, anime, gaming, and pop culture district, offering extensive rail connections.

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