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

The cheapest way to get from Kurobe to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥3200 - ¥4700 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kurobe to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct train between Kurobe and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Kurobe to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Kurobe Unazukionsen and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Kurobe to Karuizawa?

The distance between Kurobe and Karuizawa is 221 km. The road distance is 185.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kurobe to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥3400 - ¥4400.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Kurobe to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kurobe to Karuizawa train from?

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

Where does the Kurobe to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kurobe to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kurobe to Karuizawa is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Kurobe to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 481+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kurobe Unazukionsen to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
3h 8m
¥3,395–4,320
Drive 185.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kurobe to Karuizawacar 185.6 km
2h 55m
¥3,220–4,652
Train via Nagano
1. Take the train from Kurobe Unazukionsen to Naganotrain Hakutaka
2. Take the train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
4h 24m
¥3,700–4,700

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Distance: 221.3 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Kurobe, Toyama, Japan and Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kurobe Unazukionsen to Karuizawa 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,100–4,000 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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