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

The cheapest way to get from Karuizawa Station to Saitama is to train which costs ¥1700 - ¥2300 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karuizawa Station to Saitama is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥1700 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct train between Karuizawa Station and Saitama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karuizawa and arriving at Omiya Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Karuizawa Station to Saitama?

The distance between Karuizawa Station and Saitama is 117 km. The road distance is 135 km.

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

The best way to get from Karuizawa Station to Saitama without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs ¥1700 - ¥2300.

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

The train from Karuizawa to Omiya Station takes 41 min including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Karuizawa Station to Saitama train from?

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

Where does the Karuizawa Station to Saitama train arrive?

Karuizawa Station to Saitama train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Omiya Station.

Can I drive from Karuizawa Station to Saitama?

Yes, the driving distance between Karuizawa Station to Saitama is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Karuizawa Station to Saitama.

Where can I stay near Saitama?

There are 428+ hotels available in Saitama.

Karuizawa Station to Saitama - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Karuizawa Station to Saitama by train, car, or bus

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1. Take the train from Karuizawa to Omiya Stationtrain Hakutaka
41 min
¥1,700–2,300
Drive 135 km
1. Drive from Karuizawa Station to Saitamacar 135 km
1h 51m
¥2,339–3,378
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Karuizawa to Yokokawabus
2. Take the train from 横川 Yokokawa to 高崎 Takasakitrain
3. Take the train from 高崎 Takasaki to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ju
2h 45m
¥2,325–5,297

Karuizawa Station to Saitama by train

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Distance: 116.5 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Karuizawa Station, Japan and Saitama, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Karuizawa to Omiya Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,700–2,300 and the journey takes 41 min.

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