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5 h 19 min
392 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kyoto to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Kyoto to Karuizawa

Cheapest
5 h 19 min
Car
392 km.
from $21
Other
4 h 49 min
297 km.
from $159.20
9 h 30 min
Bus, Train
296 km.
from $76.52
8 h 24 min
Bus, Train
296 km.
from $69.02
6 h 32 min
296 km.
from $97.83
5 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
296 km.
from $171.52
5 h 35 min
Train, Plane
296 km.
from $174.20
6 h 18 min
Train, Plane
296 km.
from $208.76
6 h 15 min
Train, Plane
296 km.
from $187.88
6 h 29 min
Train, Plane
296 km.
from $207.67
4 h 49 min
294 km.
from $159.20
9 h 27 min
Bus, Train
295 km.
from $76.52
5 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
295 km.
from $171.52
5 h 35 min
Train, Plane
295 km.
from $174.20
6 h 18 min
Train, Plane
295 km.
from $208.76

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Haneda
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$241.37
Plane from Kobe to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$203.26
Plane from Chūbu Centrair International Airport to Haneda
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.98–$152.44

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Haneda
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$292.18
Plane from Kobe to Haneda
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$292.18
Plane from Chūbu Centrair International Airport to Haneda
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.98–$635.18

Skymark Airlines

Website:
skymark.co.jp/ja/
Plane from Kobe to Haneda
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$165.15
Plane from Kobe to Ibaraki
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.22–$139.74

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Kobe to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$203.26

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Tsuruga to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.52–$101.63
Train from Nagano to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.14–$38.11
Train from Takasaki to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$31.76
Train from Kyōto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$50.81
Train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$53.36
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Kōbe
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.87–$36.84
Train from Ueno to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$52.09

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyoto to Tsuruga
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$33.03
Train from Nagoya to Shinonoi
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.27–$69.87
Train from Shiojiri to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95
Train from Ishioka to Ueno
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.33–$29.22

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Shiojiri to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$12.07
Train from Ishioka to Ueno
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.53–$12.70

Shinano Railway

Website:
shinanorailway.co.jp/english/
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
Train from Shinonoi to Nakakaruizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.16–$12.07

Bus operators

Kintetsu Bus

Phone:
0570-001631
Website:
kintetsu-bus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo gate to Naka-Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.11–$88.93

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Station to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.71–$69.87

Nippon Chuo Bus Co

Phone:
+81 27-287-4000
Website:
ncb.jp/
Bus from 京都駅八条口 to 高崎駅東口
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$49.54–$76.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs $81.52 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Kyōto (Station) and Karuizawa?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Kyoto Station Hachijo gate station and arriving at Naka-Karuizawa. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Tsuruga, Nagano and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

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

The distance between Kyōto (Station) and Karuizawa is 532 km. The road distance is 388.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs $81.52 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa bus from?

Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijo gate.

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

Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kyoto station.

Where does the Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa bus arrive?

Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Naka-Karuizawa station.

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

Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyōto (Station) to Karuizawa is 388 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Kyōto (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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