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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Akihabara to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Akihabara to Karuizawa

Cheapest
2 h 2 min
Car
161 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Ueno to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$52.09

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 Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

No, there is no direct train from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Akihabara and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Ueno and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

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

The distance between Akihabara (Station) and Karuizawa is 149 km. The road distance is 161.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $30.43 - $46.74 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa, including transfers.

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

Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Ueno station.

Train or bus from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $30.43 - $46.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $28.26 and takes 4h 24m.

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

Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Karuizawa station.

Can I drive from Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Akihabara (Station) to Karuizawa is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Akihabara (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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