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

The cheapest way to get from Saku to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥400 - ¥600 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Saku to Karuizawa is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs ¥9500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Saku and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Saku to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Nakagomi and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Komoro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Saku to Karuizawa?

The distance between Saku and Karuizawa is 31 km. The road distance is 23.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Saku to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥650 - ¥900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Saku to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saku to Karuizawa train from?

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

Where does the Saku to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saku to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Saku to Karuizawa is 23 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Saku to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 480+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Saku to Karuizawa - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Saku to Karuizawa by train, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nakagomi to Komorotrain [12600] JR Koumi / ...
2. Take the train from Komoro to Nakakaruizawatrain [161731] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
1h 9m
¥676–861
Drive 23.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saku to Karuizawacar 23.2 km
23 min
¥404–583
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Saku to Karuizawataxi 23.2 km
23 min
¥9,500–12,000
Train via Otabe
1. Take the train from Otabe to Komorotrain [12629] JR Koumi / ...
2. Take the train from Komoro to Nakakaruizawatrain [161731] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
1h 23m
¥701–886

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Distance: 31.4 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Nakagomi to Nakakaruizawa via Komoro in around 1h 9m.

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