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

The cheapest way to get from Shiojiri to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiojiri to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Shiojiri and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Shiojiri to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Shiojiri and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Shinonoi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Shiojiri to Karuizawa?

The distance between Shiojiri and Karuizawa is 128 km. The road distance is 78.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiojiri to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Shiojiri to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiojiri to Karuizawa train from?

Shiojiri to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shiojiri station.

Where does the Shiojiri to Karuizawa train arrive?

Shiojiri to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shinonoi station.

Can I drive from Shiojiri to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiojiri to Karuizawa is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Shiojiri to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 479+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Shiojiri to Karuizawa - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shiojiri to Karuizawa by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shiojiri to Shinonoitrain Shinano 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Shinonoi to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
3h 5m
¥2,336–2,951
Drive 78.3 km
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1. Drive from Shiojiri to Karuizawacar 78.3 km
1h 37m
¥1,359–1,962
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiojiri to Karuizawataxi 78.3 km
1h 37m
¥30,000–37,000

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Distance: 127.5 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Shiojiri to Nakakaruizawa via Shinonoi in around 3h 5m.

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