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Gotemba to Karuizawa

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2 h 30 min
172 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Gotemba to Karuizawa

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Cheapest
By car (172 km)
2 h 30 min
172 km.
from $9
Other
Rideshare
2 h 30 min
172 km.
from $6.54
Train via Tokyo
4 h 7 min
118 km.
from $69.20
Bus
5 h 34 min
118 km.
from $48.43
Train
5 h 36 min
118 km.
from $59.02
Bus via Komoro Station
7 h 43 min
118 km.
from $36.09

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Mishima to Tōkyō
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$29.22–$44.46
Train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.30–$52.09
Train from Takasaki to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.06–$30.49

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Mishima to Tōkyō
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.41–$35.57

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Mishima to Tōkyō
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.70–$16.51
Train from Kōzu to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.33–$26.68

Bus operators

Odakyu Highway Bus

Phone:
03-3428-5331
Website:
odakyu-highway.jp/
Bus from Gotemba Station to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.61

JR Bus Kanto

Phone:
0570-048905
Website:
jrbuskanto.co.jp.e.wn.hp.transer.com/
Bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Komoro
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.87–$27.95

Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus

Website:
kokusaikogyo.bus-japan.net/en/highway
Bus from Gotemba Premium Outlets to Ikebukuro
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$13.61

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–$29.22

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Gotemba and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Gotemba to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Gotemba Premium Outlets and arriving at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） via 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば）. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Gotemba and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Gotemba to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Gotemba and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Numazu, Mishima, Tōkyō Station and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Gotemba to Karuizawa?

The distance between Gotemba and Karuizawa is 293 km. The road distance is 172.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 4h 7m and costs $41.30 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gotemba to Karuizawa bus from?

Gotemba to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, depart from Gotemba Premium Outlets station.

Where do I catch the Gotemba to Karuizawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Gotemba to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa is to train via Tokyo which takes 4h 7m and costs $41.30 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $36.96 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Gotemba to Karuizawa bus arrive?

Gotemba to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, arrive at Ikebukuro station.

What is the time difference between Gotemba and Karuizawa?

It is currently 15:44 at both, Gotemba and Karuizawa.

Where does the Gotemba to Karuizawa train arrive?

Gotemba to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Gotemba to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Gotemba to Karuizawa is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Gotemba to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 323+ hotels available in Karuizawa. Prices start at $25.21 per night.
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