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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa

Cheapest
1 h 56 min
Car
153 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 13 min
120 km.
from $58
2 h 53 min
120 km.
from $34.28

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 Ikebukuro to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.80–$19.06

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Ikebukuro to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.30–$4.57
Train from Ikebukuro to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.43–$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 Ikebukuro to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Ikebukuro and Karuizawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） and arriving at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば）. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Ikebukuro and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Ikebukuro and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Ōmiya and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa?

The distance between Ikebukuro and Karuizawa is 144 km. The road distance is 153 km.

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

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $29.35 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Karuizawa bus from?

Ikebukuro to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Seibu bus, depart from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） station.

Where do I catch the Ikebukuro to Karuizawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $29.35 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Karuizawa bus arrive?

Ikebukuro to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Seibu bus, arrive at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） station.

Where does the Ikebukuro to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ikebukuro to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ikebukuro to Karuizawa is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Ikebukuro 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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