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

The cheapest way to get from Suwa to Karuizawa Station is to drive which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Suwa to Karuizawa Station is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Suwa and Karuizawa Station?

No, there is no direct train from Suwa to Karuizawa Station. However, there are services departing from Kami-Suwa and arriving at Karuizawa via Matsumoto and Shinonoi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Suwa to Karuizawa Station?

The distance between Suwa and Karuizawa Station is 152 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Suwa to Karuizawa Station without a car is to train via Nagano which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3700.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Suwa to Karuizawa Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Suwa to Karuizawa Station train from?

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

Where does the Suwa to Karuizawa Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Suwa to Karuizawa Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Suwa to Karuizawa Station is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Suwa to Karuizawa Station.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa Station?

There are 481+ hotels available in Karuizawa Station.

Suwa to Karuizawa Station - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Suwa to Karuizawa Station by train or car

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Train via Nagano
best
1. Take the train from Matsumoto to Shinonoitrain Shinano 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Shinonoi to Karuizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
3h 48m
¥2,777–3,665
Drive 81.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Suwa to Karuizawa Stationcar 81.2 km
1h 25m
¥1,407–2,032
Train
1. Take the train from Kobuchizawa to Komorotrain [12629] JR Koumi
4h 30m
¥2,080–2,816

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Distance: 151.6 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Kami-Suwa to Karuizawa via Matsumoto and Shinonoi in around 3h 48m.

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