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

The cheapest way to get from Matsumoto to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matsumoto to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Matsumoto and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Matsumoto to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Shinonoi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Matsumoto to Karuizawa?

The distance between Matsumoto and Karuizawa is 114 km. The road distance is 72.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Matsumoto to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs ¥2100 - ¥2900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Matsumoto to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsumoto to Karuizawa train from?

Matsumoto to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Matsumoto station.

Where does the Matsumoto to Karuizawa train arrive?

Matsumoto to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinonoi station.

Can I drive from Matsumoto to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsumoto to Karuizawa is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Matsumoto to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 481+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Matsumoto to Karuizawa - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Matsumoto to Karuizawa by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinonoitrain Shinano 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Shinonoi to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
2h 54m
¥2,147–2,875
Drive 72.1 km
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1. Drive from Matsumoto to Karuizawacar 72.1 km
1h 25m
¥1,254–1,811
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Matsumoto to Karuizawataxi 72.1 km
1h 25m
¥28,000–34,000

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Distance: 114.3 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Matsumoto to Nakakaruizawa via Shinonoi in around 2h 54m.

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