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

The cheapest way to get from Karuizawa to Ueno is to train which costs ¥2200 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karuizawa to Ueno is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs ¥2700 - ¥4100.

Is there a direct bus between Karuizawa and Ueno?

No, there is no direct bus from Karuizawa to Ueno. However, there are services departing from 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（のりば） and arriving at 春日駅前 via 池袋駅東口. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Karuizawa and Ueno?

No, there is no direct train from Karuizawa to Ueno. However, there are services departing from Nakakaruizawa and arriving at 御徒町 Okachimachi via Karuizawa and Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Karuizawa to Ueno?

The distance between Karuizawa and Ueno is 154 km. The road distance is 160.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Karuizawa to Ueno without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Karuizawa to Ueno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karuizawa to Ueno bus from?

Karuizawa to Ueno bus services, operated by Seibu bus, depart from 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（のりば） station.

Where do I catch the Karuizawa to Ueno train from?

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

Train or bus from Karuizawa to Ueno?

The best way to get from Karuizawa to Ueno is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥4200 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Karuizawa to Ueno bus arrive?

Karuizawa to Ueno bus services, operated by Seibu bus, arrive at 池袋駅東口（おりば） station.

Where does the Karuizawa to Ueno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Karuizawa to Ueno?

Yes, the driving distance between Karuizawa to Ueno is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Karuizawa to Ueno.

Where can I stay near Ueno?

There are 12802+ hotels available in Ueno.

Karuizawa to Ueno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromKaruizawa to Ueno

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Karuizawa to Ueno by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Karuizawa to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hakutaka
2h 17m
¥2,283–3,231
Bus
1. Take the bus from 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（のりば） to 池袋駅東口（おりば）bus 池袋～軽井沢
3h 53m
¥3,249–4,182
Drive 160.4 km
1. Drive from Karuizawa to Uenocar 160.4 km
2h 7m
¥2,777–4,011
Bus via Komoro Station
1. Take the bus from Komoro Station to Nakano-Sakauebus To Shinjuku
5h 4m
¥3,670–4,203

Karuizawa to Ueno by bus and subway

21Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

¥3,249Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Karuizawa to Ueno.

Launch map view

Distance: 153.8 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan and Ueno, Tokyo, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Karuizawa to Tōkyō Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Seibu bus operates a bus from 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（のりば） to 池袋駅東口（おりば） 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,800–3,800 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.