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

The cheapest way to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which costs ¥3700 - ¥6000 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which takes 5h 24m and costs ¥3700 - ¥6000.

How far is it from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station?

The distance between Kamikōchi and Karuizawa Station is 167 km.

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

The best way to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station without a car is to bus and train via Matsumoto Station which takes 5h 24m and costs ¥3700 - ¥6000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa Station?

There are 487+ hotels available in Karuizawa Station.

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

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There are 2 ways to get from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station 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 Karuizawatrain
5h 24m
¥3,719–5,925
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kamikochi BT to Naganobus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Sakudairatrain Hakutaka
5h 36m
¥4,691–6,980

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Distance: 167.2 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa Station. 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 Karuizawa. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kamikōchi to Karuizawa via Kamikochi BT, Nagano, Nagano, and Sakudaira in around 5h 36m.

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