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

The cheapest way to get from Niigata to Karuizawa Station is to train which costs ¥3500 - ¥4900 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Niigata to Karuizawa Station is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs ¥4100 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Niigata and Karuizawa Station?

No, there is no direct train from Niigata to Karuizawa Station. However, there are services departing from Hakusan(Niigata) and arriving at Karuizawa via Niigata and Takasaki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Niigata to Karuizawa Station?

The distance between Niigata and Karuizawa Station is 238 km. The road distance is 242 km.

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

The best way to get from Niigata to Karuizawa Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4900.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Niigata to Karuizawa Station, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Niigata to Karuizawa Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Niigata to Karuizawa Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Niigata to Karuizawa Station is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Niigata to Karuizawa Station.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa Station?

There are 315+ hotels available in Karuizawa Station.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Niigata to Karuizawa Station 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
3h 39m
¥3,540–4,864
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Toppara to Naganobus
2. Take the train from Nagano to Komorotrain [161689] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
5h 21m
¥5,080–5,350
Drive 242 km
1. Drive from Niigata to Karuizawa Stationcar 242 km
3h 34m
¥4,192–6,055

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Distance: 237.5 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Hakusan(Niigata) to Karuizawa via Niigata and Takasaki in around 3h 39m.

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