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

The cheapest way to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which costs ¥3600 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which takes 5h 18m and costs ¥3600 - ¥6000.

How far is it from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa?

The distance between Kamikōchi and Karuizawa is 163 km.

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

The best way to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa without a car is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which takes 5h 18m and costs ¥3600 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 486+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Kamikōchi to Karuizawa - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa by bus or train

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Bus, train via Matsumoto Station
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1. Take the bus from Kamikochi BT to Matsumoto Stationbus
2. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinonoitrain
3. Take the train from Shinonoi to Nakakaruizawatrain
5h 18m
¥3,619–5,925
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kamikochi BT to Naganobus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Sakudairatrain Hakutaka
6h 5m
¥4,786–7,100

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Distance: 163.4 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Kamikōchi, Nagano, Japan and Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa. However, you can walk to Kamikochi BT, take the bus to Matsumoto Station, walk to Matsumoto, take the train to Shinonoi, then take the train to Nakakaruizawa. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kamikōchi to Nakakaruizawa via Kamikochi BT, Nagano, Nagano, Sakudaira, and Karuizawa in around 6h 5m.

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