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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Karuizawa to Kōfu

Composite routes from Karuizawa to Kōfu

Cheapest
1 h 39 min
Car
101 km.
from $5
Other
4 h 15 min
74 km.
from $77.85
5 h 38 min
74 km.
from $61.61

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

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

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Shinjuku to Kōfu
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.95–$39.38

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Komoro to Kobuchizawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
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 Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kofu
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.80–$31.76

Seibu bus

Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（のりば） to 池袋駅東口（おりば）
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$29.22

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Karuizawa and Kōfu?

No, there is no direct train from Karuizawa to Kōfu. However, there are services departing from Nakakaruizawa and arriving at Kōfu via Karuizawa, Ōmiya and Shinjuku. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Karuizawa to Kōfu?

The distance between Karuizawa and Kōfu is 270 km. The road distance is 104.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Karuizawa to Kōfu without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 4h 15m and costs $53.26 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Karuizawa to Kōfu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karuizawa to Kōfu train from?

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

Train or bus from Karuizawa to Kōfu?

The best way to get from Karuizawa to Kōfu is to train via Tokyo which takes 4h 15m and costs $53.26 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $65.22 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Karuizawa to Kōfu train arrive?

Karuizawa to Kōfu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Karuizawa to Kōfu?

Yes, the driving distance between Karuizawa to Kōfu is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Karuizawa to Kōfu.

Where can I stay near Kōfu?

There are 203+ hotels available in Kōfu. Prices start at $26.33 per night.
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