What is the cheapest way to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa?

The cheapest way to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa is to train which costs ¥2900 - ¥4000 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa?

The fastest way to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4800.

Is there a direct bus between Kawaguchi and Suwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kawaguchi to Suwa station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kamisuwa Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kawaguchi and Suwa?

No, there is no direct train from Kawaguchi to Suwa. However, there are services departing from 北赤羽 Kita-Akabane and arriving at Kami-Suwa via Shinjuku Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Kawaguchi to Suwa?

The distance between Kawaguchi and Suwa is 199 km. The road distance is 189.2 km.

How do I travel from Kawaguchi to Suwa without a car?

The best way to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4000.

How long does it take to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kawaguchi to Suwa bus from?

Kawaguchi to Suwa bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Kawaguchi to Suwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Kawaguchi to Suwa?

The best way to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥13000 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Kawaguchi to Suwa bus arrive?

Kawaguchi to Suwa bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kamisuwa Station.

Where does the Kawaguchi to Suwa train arrive?

Kawaguchi to Suwa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kami-Suwa station.

Can I drive from Kawaguchi to Suwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kawaguchi to Suwa is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Kawaguchi to Suwa.

Where can I stay near Suwa?

There are 211+ hotels available in Suwa.

Kawaguchi to Suwa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kawaguchi to Suwa by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Shinjuku Station to Kami-Suwatrain Azusa
3h 9m
¥2,951–3,976
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kamisuwa Stationbus Shinjuku
3h 47m
¥3,751–12,376
Drive 189.2 km
1. Drive from Kawaguchi to Suwacar 189.2 km
2h 59m
¥3,282–4,741
Bus via Shimosuwa
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Shimosuwabus
4h 21m
¥3,751–6,876

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Distance: 198.5 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Kawaguchi, Japan and Suwa, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shinjuku Station to Kami-Suwa hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,700–3,600 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kamisuwa Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥3,800 and the journey takes 3h 14m. ALPICO Kotsu also services this route hourly.

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