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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Takayama to Karuizawa
Composite routes from Takayama to Karuizawa
Cheapest
2 h 30 min
Car
Other
4 h 36 min
5 h 47 min
Bus, Train
7 h 12 min
Bus, Train
1 h 55 min
3 h 9 min
Transport providers
Train operators
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Toyama to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.81–$76.22
Train from Nagano to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.14–$38.11
Japan Railways Limited Express
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Takayama to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$31.76
Train from Matsumoto to Shinonoi
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.24–$24.14
Japan Railways (JR)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/index.html
Train from Matsumoto to Shinonoi
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16
JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)
Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Matsumoto to Shinonoi
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.89
Shinano Railway
Website:
shinanorailway.co.jp/english/
Train from Shinonoi to Nakakaruizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.16–$12.07
Train from Nagano to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.07–$15.24
Train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$11.43–$13.97
Nagano Electric Railway
Phone:
81262328121
Website:
nagaden-net.co.jp.e.yv.hp.transer.com/
Train from Suzaka to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.56–$4.45
Train from Sakurasawa to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.59–$6.99
Bus operators
ALPICO Kotsu
Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$49.54
Bus from Kamikochi BT to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.94
Seibu bus
Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from 万座バスターミナル to 町役場病院前
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.99–$9.53
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Takayama to Karuizawa?
The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 2h 27m.
What is the fastest way to get from Takayama to Karuizawa?
The fastest way to get from Takayama to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $16.30 - $25 .
Is there a direct train between Takayama and Karuizawa?
No, there is no direct train from Takayama to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Takayama and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Toyama and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
How far is it from Takayama to Karuizawa?
The distance between Takayama and Karuizawa is 338 km. The road distance is 158.2 km.
How do I travel from Takayama to Karuizawa without a car?
The best way to get from Takayama to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .
How long does it take to get from Takayama to Karuizawa?
It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Takayama to Karuizawa, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Takayama to Karuizawa train from?
Takayama to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Takayama station.
What is the time difference between Takayama and Karuizawa?
It is currently 03:09 at both, Takayama and Karuizawa.
Where does the Takayama to Karuizawa train arrive?
Takayama to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Toyama station.
Can I drive from Takayama to Karuizawa?
Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Karuizawa is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Takayama 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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