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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station is to train which costs ¥2200 - ¥3000 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3900.

Is there a direct bus between Shinjuku and Karuizawa Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） and arriving at 軽井沢駅（３番のりば）. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Karuizawa Station?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station. However, there are services departing from 新宿 Shinjuku and arriving at Karuizawa via Omiya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station?

The distance between Shinjuku and Karuizawa Station is 145 km. The road distance is 154.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station bus from?

Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station 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 Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 - ¥3800 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station bus arrive?

Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station bus services, operated by Seibu bus, arrive at 軽井沢駅（３番のりば） station.

Where does the Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station is 155 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa Station?

There are 487+ hotels available in Karuizawa Station.

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

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1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 大宮 Ōmiyatrain Ja / ...
2. Take the train from Omiya Station to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
2h 23m
¥2,206–2,974
Bus
1. Take the bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 軽井沢駅（３番のりば）bus 池袋～軽井沢
2h 52m
¥2,800–3,800
Drive 154.5 km
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Karuizawa Stationcar 154.5 km
2h 1m
¥2,676–3,865

Shinjuku to Karuizawa Station by train

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Distance: 145.1 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a train from 新宿 Shinjuku to Karuizawa via 大宮 Ōmiya and Omiya Station in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, Seibu bus operates a bus from 池袋駅東口（西武観光バスのりば） to 軽井沢駅（３番のりば） every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,800–3,800 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Express bus - Gunma Prefecture also services this route 4 times a day.

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