What is the cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko?

The cheapest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4800 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko?

The fastest way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Hakuba and Kawaguchiko?

No, there is no direct bus from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko. However, there are services departing from Hakuba-chō and arriving at Kawaguchiko Sta. via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Hakuba and Kawaguchiko?

No, there is no direct train from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko. However, there are services departing from Hakuba and arriving at 河口湖 Kawaguchiko via 甲府 Kōfu and 大月 Otsuki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko?

The distance between Hakuba and Kawaguchiko is 230 km. The road distance is 188.7 km.

How do I travel from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko without a car?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500.

How long does it take to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Kawaguchiko bus from?

Hakuba to Kawaguchiko bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Hakuba-chō station.

Where do I catch the Hakuba to Kawaguchiko train from?

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

Train or bus from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko?

The best way to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs ¥3500 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥21000 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Hakuba to Kawaguchiko bus arrive?

Hakuba to Kawaguchiko bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Hakuba to Kawaguchiko train arrive?

Hakuba to Kawaguchiko train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kōfu station.

Can I drive from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko?

Yes, the driving distance between Hakuba to Kawaguchiko is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko.

Where can I stay near Kawaguchiko?

There are 1100+ hotels available in Kawaguchiko.

Hakuba to Kawaguchiko - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hakuba to Kawaguchiko by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hakuba to Kōfutrain
2. Take the train from 甲府 Kōfu to 大月 Ōtsukitrain Co
3. Take the train from 大月 Otsuki to 河口湖 Kawaguchikotrain Fj
4h 29m
¥3,525–5,339
Drive 188.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hakuba to Kawaguchikocar 188.7 km
2h 55m
¥3,275–4,731
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hakuba-chō to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kawaguchiko Sta.bus Fuji-Goko
7h 33m
¥7,065–20,228

Hakuba to Kawaguchiko by bus

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7h 33mAverage Duration

¥7,065Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.1 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Hakuba, Japan and Kawaguchiko, Japan?

You can take a train from Hakuba to 河口湖 Kawaguchiko via Kōfu, 甲府 Kōfu, 大月 Ōtsuki, and 大月 Otsuki in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hakuba-chō to Kawaguchiko Sta. via Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal in around 7h 33m.

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