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

The cheapest way to get from Karuizawa to Jōetsu is to train which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karuizawa to Jōetsu is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Karuizawa and Jōetsu?

No, there is no direct train from Karuizawa to Jōetsu. However, there are services departing from Nakakaruizawa and arriving at Kasugayama via Karuizawa and Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Karuizawa to Jōetsu?

The distance between Karuizawa and Jōetsu is 147 km. The road distance is 135.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Karuizawa to Jōetsu without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Karuizawa to Jōetsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karuizawa to Jōetsu train from?

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

Where does the Karuizawa to Jōetsu train arrive?

Karuizawa to Jōetsu train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Joetsumyoko station.

Can I drive from Karuizawa to Jōetsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Karuizawa to Jōetsu is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Karuizawa to Jōetsu.

Where can I stay near Jōetsu?

There are 32+ hotels available in Jōetsu.

Karuizawa to Jōetsu - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Karuizawa to Jōetsu by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karuizawa to Joetsumyokotrain Hakutaka
2h 40m
¥2,268–3,111
Drive 135.8 km
1. Drive from Karuizawa to Jōetsucar 135.8 km
1h 58m
¥2,360–3,408
Train via Nagano
1. Take the train from Nakakaruizawa to Naganotrain
2. Take the train from Nagano to Myoko-Kogentrain
3. Take the train from Myoko-Kogen to Kasugayamatrain
4h 11m
¥2,882–3,587

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Distance: 146.6 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Karuizawa to Joetsumyoko every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,700 and the journey takes 56 min.

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