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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Yamanashi to Karuizawa

Composite routes from Yamanashi to Karuizawa

Cheapest
1 h 48 min
Car
117 km.
from $6
Other
3 h 56 min
72 km.
from $76.35
7 h 11 min
72 km.
from $57.76

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

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Yamanashishi to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.41–$36.84
Train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.43–$20.33

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Shinjuku Station to Ōmiya
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.81–$5.21
Train from Kobuchizawa to Komoro
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
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 Yamanashi Gakuin Daigaku to Shinjuku
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.80–$31.76

Seibu bus

Website:
seibubus.co.jp
Bus from バスタ新宿（４Ｆのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば）
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.87–$30.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Yamanashi to Karuizawa is to drive which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yamanashi to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct train between Yamanashi and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Yamanashi to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Yamanashishi and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Shinjuku Station, Ōmiya and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Yamanashi to Karuizawa?

The distance between Yamanashi and Karuizawa is 258 km. The road distance is 117.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Yamanashi to Karuizawa without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 56m and costs $52.17 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Yamanashi to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yamanashi to Karuizawa train from?

Yamanashi to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Yamanashishi station.

Train or bus from Yamanashi to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Yamanashi to Karuizawa is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 56m and costs $52.17 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $59.78 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Yamanashi to Karuizawa train arrive?

Yamanashi to Karuizawa train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Shinjuku station.

Can I drive from Yamanashi to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Yamanashi to Karuizawa is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Yamanashi 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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