What is the cheapest way to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3100 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake?

The fastest way to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct bus between Kawaguchi and Saiko Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at 駒形 via 河口湖駅. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kawaguchi and Saiko Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake. However, there are services departing from 北赤羽 Kita-Akabane and arriving at Kawaguchiko via Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake?

The distance between Kawaguchi and Saiko Lake is 136 km. The road distance is 120.7 km.

How do I travel from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs ¥3200 - ¥13000.

How long does it take to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake bus from?

Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake bus services, operated by Fujikyuko Bus, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake train from?

Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Shinjuku Station.

Train or bus from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake?

The best way to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs ¥3200 - ¥13000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake bus arrive?

Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake bus services, operated by Fujikyuko Bus, arrive at Kawaguchiko Sta. station.

Where does the Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake train arrive?

Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kawaguchiko station.

Can I drive from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake.

Where can I stay near Saiko Lake?

There are 1337+ hotels available in Saiko Lake.

Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kawaguchiko Sta.bus Fuji-Goko
4h 11m
¥3,221–12,076
Drive 120.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kawaguchi to Saiko Lakecar 120.7 km
1h 59m
¥2,095–3,026
Train
1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kawaguchikotrain Fuji Excursion
4h 44m
¥2,221–3,176
Bus via Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Kawaguchiko Stationbus Tokyo Sta. ⇔ Yamanakako Asahigaoka
2. Take the bus from 河口湖駅 to 観岳園キャンプ場bus 富士山駅発西湖民宿方面行き / ...
5h 31m
¥3,521–12,747
Bus via 大宮 Ōmiya
1. Take the bus from Omiya Station West Exit to Kawaguchikobus
2. Take the bus from 河口湖駅 to 観岳園キャンプ場bus 富士山駅発西湖民宿方面行き / ...
6h 9m
¥4,495–6,420

Kawaguchi to Saiko Lake by train and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

¥3,221Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.5 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Kawaguchi, Japan and Saiko Lake, Japan?

Fujikyuko Bus operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kawaguchiko Sta. hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,500–11,000 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Kawaguchiko 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,500–2,100 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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