What is the cheapest way to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa?

The cheapest way to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa is to train which costs ¥2400 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa?

The fastest way to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Shin-Koiwa and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from 錦糸町駅前 and arriving at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） via 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば）. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Shin-Koiwa and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from 新小岩 Shin-Koiwa and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Tōkyō Station and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa?

The distance between Shin-Koiwa and Karuizawa is 161 km. The road distance is 170 km.

How do I travel from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa without a car?

The best way to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400.

How long does it take to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa bus from?

Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Seibu bus, depart from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） station.

Where do I catch the Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa train from?

Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa?

The best way to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs ¥2400 - ¥3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3300 - ¥4500 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa bus arrive?

Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa bus services, operated by Seibu bus, arrive at 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） station.

Where does the Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa train arrive?

Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Karuizawa station.

Can I drive from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

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Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
2h 47m
¥2,408–3,358
Bus
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば）bus 池袋～軽井沢
5h 3m
¥3,391–4,455
Drive 170 km
1. Drive from Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawacar 170 km
2h 17m
¥2,928–4,230
Bus via Komoro Station
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Komoro Stationbus To Saku
5h 23m
¥3,849–4,335

Shin-Koiwa to Karuizawa by train, bus, and subway

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.8 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Shin-Koiwa, Japan and Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan?

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Karuizawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,100–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Seibu bus operates a bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 町役場病院前［軽井沢］（おりば） 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥2,900–3,800 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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