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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Karuizawa is to train which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Aoyama(Niigata) and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Niigata, Takasaki and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Niigata to Karuizawa?

The distance between Niigata and Karuizawa is 244 km. The road distance is 238.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Niigata to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Niigata to Karuizawa train from?

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

Where does the Niigata to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Karuizawa is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Niigata to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 480+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Niigata to Karuizawa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Niigata to Karuizawa by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Niigata to Takasakitrain Toki
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka / ...
4h 14m
¥3,690–5,039
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
5h 25m
¥5,000–5,300
Drive 238.2 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Karuizawacar 238.2 km
3h 29m
¥4,134–5,970

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Distance: 244.4 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Aoyama(Niigata) to Nakakaruizawa via Niigata, Takasaki, and Karuizawa in around 4h 14m.

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