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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa

Cheapest
3 h 7 min
Car
248 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 3 min
116 km.
from $50.52

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Kawaguchi to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.29–$3.30

Bus operators

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–$30.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct train between Kawaguchi and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Kawaguchi and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Ōmiya and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa?

The distance between Kawaguchi and Karuizawa is 135 km. The road distance is 147.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $28.26 - $44.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kawaguchi to Karuizawa train from?

Kawaguchi to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Kawaguchi station.

Train or bus from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $28.26 - $44.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Kawaguchi to Karuizawa train arrive?

Kawaguchi to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Kawaguchi to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kawaguchi to Karuizawa is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Kawaguchi 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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