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

The cheapest way to get from Myōkō to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2900 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Myōkō to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2900.

Is there a direct train between Myōkō and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Myōkō to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Arai(Niigata) and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Joetsumyoko and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Myōkō to Karuizawa?

The distance between Myōkō and Karuizawa is 145 km. The road distance is 114.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Myōkō to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Myōkō to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Myōkō to Karuizawa train from?

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

Where does the Myōkō to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Myōkō to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Myōkō to Karuizawa is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Myōkō to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 487+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Joetsumyoko to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
2h 34m
¥2,242–3,091
Drive 114.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Myōkō to Karuizawacar 114.4 km
1h 57m
¥1,984–2,866
Train via Nagano
1. Take the train from Myoko-Kogen to Naganotrain [17860] Shinano Railway Kitashinano
2. Take the train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
4h 7m
¥2,687–3,365

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Distance: 145.2 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Myōkō, Niigata, Japan and Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Joetsumyoko to Karuizawa 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,700 and the journey takes 57 min.

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