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

The cheapest way to get from Karuizawa to Saku is to drive which costs ¥400 - ¥600 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Karuizawa to Saku is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs ¥9500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Karuizawa and Saku?

No, there is no direct train from Karuizawa to Saku. However, there are services departing from Nakakaruizawa and arriving at Nakagomi via Komoro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Karuizawa to Saku?

The distance between Karuizawa and Saku is 31 km. The road distance is 23.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Karuizawa to Saku without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥650 - ¥900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Karuizawa to Saku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karuizawa to Saku train from?

Karuizawa to Saku train services, operated by Shinano Railway, depart from Nakakaruizawa station.

Where does the Karuizawa to Saku train arrive?

Karuizawa to Saku train services, operated by Shinano Railway, arrive at Komoro station.

Can I drive from Karuizawa to Saku?

Yes, the driving distance between Karuizawa to Saku is 23 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Karuizawa to Saku.

Where can I stay near Saku?

There are 316+ hotels available in Saku.

Karuizawa to Saku - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Karuizawa to Saku by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nakakaruizawa to Komorotrain [161745] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
2. Take the train from Komoro to Nakagomitrain [12614] JR Koumi / ...
1h 18m
¥670–863
Drive 23.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Karuizawa to Sakucar 23.1 km
23 min
¥401–579
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Karuizawa to Sakutaxi 23.1 km
23 min
¥9,500–12,000
Train via Otabe
1. Take the train from Nakakaruizawa to Komorotrain [161745] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
2. Take the train from Komoro to Otabetrain [12622] JR Koumi / ...
1h 45m
¥700–883

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Distance: 31.4 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Nakakaruizawa to Nakagomi via Komoro in around 1h 18m.

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