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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Akabane to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Akabane to Karuizawa

Cheapest
1 h 57 min
Car
154 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 5 min
118 km.
from $57.02
2 h 54 min
118 km.
from $45.93

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Ōmiya to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.49–$47.00
Train from Takasaki to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Akabane to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.53–$17.79
Train from Akabane to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.87–$31.76

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Akabane to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$3.81
Train from Akabane to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.80–$15.24

Bus operators

Seibu bus

Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば）
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$30.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa?

The fastest way to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct train between Akabane (Station) and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Akabane and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Ōmiya and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa?

The distance between Akabane (Station) and Karuizawa is 139 km. The road distance is 154.5 km.

How do I travel from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa without a car?

The best way to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $28.26 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa train from?

Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Akabane station.

Train or bus from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs $28.26 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa train arrive?

Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Akabane (Station) to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 313+ hotels available in Karuizawa. Prices start at $25.74 per night.
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