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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kōfu to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Kōfu to Karuizawa

Cheapest
1 h 38 min
Car
101 km.
from $5
Other
4 h 6 min
74 km.
from $78.11
6 h 39 min
74 km.
from $55.04

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

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kōfu to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$39.38
Train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.43–$20.33

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.81–$5.21
Train from Kobuchizawa to Komoro
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.89–$12.07

Bus operators

Keio Dentetsu Bus

Phone:
042-352-3713
Website:
keio-bus.com/index.html
Bus from Kofu Station to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.80–$31.76

Seibu bus

Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from バスタ新宿（４Ｆのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば）
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.87–$30.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kōfu to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Kōfu to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $10.87 - $16.30 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kōfu to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Kōfu and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kōfu station to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Kofu Station and arriving at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） via バスタ新宿（４Ｆのりば）. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Kōfu and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Kōfu to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Kōfu and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Shinjuku Station, Ōmiya and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Kōfu to Karuizawa?

The distance between Kōfu and Karuizawa is 270 km. The road distance is 104.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kōfu to Karuizawa without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 4h 6m and costs $53.26 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Kōfu to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kōfu to Karuizawa bus from?

Kōfu to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, depart from Kofu Station.

Where do I catch the Kōfu to Karuizawa train from?

Kōfu to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kōfu station.

Train or bus from Kōfu to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Kōfu to Karuizawa is to train via Tokyo which takes 4h 6m and costs $53.26 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $53.26 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Kōfu to Karuizawa bus arrive?

Kōfu to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Keio Dentetsu Bus, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kōfu to Karuizawa train arrive?

Kōfu to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shinjuku station.

Can I drive from Kōfu to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kōfu to Karuizawa is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Kōfu 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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