How to Travel from
Gotemba to Karuizawa Station
by Route or Car
Schedule
Gotemba, Japan → Karuizawa Station, Japan
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station
Composite routes from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station
Cheapest
2 h 34 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
3 h 38 min
116 km.
from $70.74
5 h 27 min
116 km.
from $48.78
5 h 8 min
116 km.
from $59.17
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:
$30.49–$45.73
Train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawa
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.57–$53.36
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 Mishima to Tōkyō
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.41–$36.84
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–$17.79
Train from Kōzu to Takasaki
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.33–$27.95
Bus operators
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:
$13.89
Seibu bus
Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 軽井沢駅（３番のりば）
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$21.60–$29.22
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station?
The cheapest way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station is to drive which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 2h 31m.
What is the fastest way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station?
The fastest way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Gotemba and Karuizawa Station?
No, there is no direct bus from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station. However, there are services departing from Gotemba Premium Outlets and arriving at 軽井沢駅（３番のりば） via 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば）. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.
Is there a direct train between Gotemba and Karuizawa Station?
No, there is no direct train from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station. However, there are services departing from Gotemba and arriving at Karuizawa via Numazu, Mishima and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
How far is it from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station?
The distance between Gotemba and Karuizawa Station is 289 km. The road distance is 176.7 km.
How do I travel from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station without a car?
The best way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 38m and costs $41.30 - $86.96 .
How long does it take to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station?
It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Gotemba to Karuizawa Station bus from?
Gotemba to Karuizawa Station bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, depart from Gotemba Premium Outlets station.
Where do I catch the Gotemba to Karuizawa Station train from?
Gotemba to Karuizawa Station train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Mishima station.
Train, bus or fly from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station?
The best way to get from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 38m and costs $41.30 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $36.96 and takes 5h 27m. There are no good options to train between Gotemba to Karuizawa Station.
Where does the Gotemba to Karuizawa Station bus arrive?
Gotemba to Karuizawa Station bus services, operated by Kokusai Kogyo Highway bus, arrive at Ikebukuro station.
Where does the Gotemba to Karuizawa Station train arrive?
Gotemba to Karuizawa Station train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.
Can I drive from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station?
Yes, the driving distance between Gotemba to Karuizawa Station is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Gotemba to Karuizawa Station.
Where can I stay near Karuizawa Station?
There are 315+ hotels available in Karuizawa Station. Prices start at $25.74 per night.
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