What is the cheapest way to get from Nagano Station to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Nagano Station to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagano Station to Karuizawa?

The fastest way to get from Nagano Station to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Nagano Station and Karuizawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nagano and arriving at Nakakaruizawa. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Nagano Station to Karuizawa?

The distance between Nagano Station and Karuizawa is 71 km. The road distance is 72.4 km.

How do I travel from Nagano Station to Karuizawa without a car?

The best way to get from Nagano Station to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs ¥1500 - ¥1800.

How long does it take to get from Nagano Station to Karuizawa?

The train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawa takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Nagano Station to Karuizawa train from?

Nagano Station to Karuizawa train services, operated by Shinano Railway, depart from Nagano station.

Where does the Nagano Station to Karuizawa train arrive?

Nagano Station to Karuizawa train services, operated by Shinano Railway, arrive at Nakakaruizawa station.

Can I drive from Nagano Station to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano Station to Karuizawa is 72 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Nagano Station to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 486+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
1h 21m
¥1,500–1,800
Drive 72.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nagano Station to Karuizawacar 72.4 km
1h 2m
¥1,253–1,810
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nagano Station to Karuizawataxi 72.4 km
1h 2m
¥34,000–41,000

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Distance: 71.1 km
Duration: 1h 21m

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

Shinano Railway operates a train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawa every 2 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,500–1,800 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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