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

The cheapest way to get from Sano to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2400 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sano to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2400.

Is there a direct train between Sano and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Sano to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from 佐野 Sano and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Takasaki and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Sano to Karuizawa?

The distance between Sano and Karuizawa is 111 km. The road distance is 106.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sano to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Sano to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sano to Karuizawa train from?

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

Where does the Sano to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sano to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Sano to Karuizawa is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Sano to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 479+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Sano to Karuizawa - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Sano to Karuizawa by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 佐野 Sano to 高崎 Takasakitrain JR両毛線 JR Ryōmō Line
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
3h 9m
¥1,771–2,409
Drive 106.5 km
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1. Drive from Sano to Karuizawacar 106.5 km
1h 49m
¥1,618–2,337

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Distance: 110.7 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from 佐野 Sano to Nakakaruizawa via 高崎 Takasaki, Takasaki, and Karuizawa in around 3h 9m.

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