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

The cheapest way to get from Tateyama to Karuizawa is to drive which costs ¥3700 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tateyama to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Tateyama and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Tateyama to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from Gohyakukoku and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Toyama and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Tateyama to Karuizawa?

The distance between Tateyama and Karuizawa is 263 km. The road distance is 213.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tateyama to Karuizawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Tateyama to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tateyama to Karuizawa train from?

Tateyama to Karuizawa train services, operated by Toyama Chihou Railway, depart from Gohyakukoku station.

Where does the Tateyama to Karuizawa train arrive?

Tateyama to Karuizawa train services, operated by Toyama Chihou Railway, arrive at Dentetsutoyama station.

Can I drive from Tateyama to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Tateyama to Karuizawa is 213 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Tateyama to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 487+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

Tateyama to Karuizawa - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gohyakukoku to Dentetsutoyamatrain [159301] Toyama Chiho Railway Tateyama / ...
2. Take the train from Toyama to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
3h 33m
¥4,170–5,493
Drive 213.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tateyama to Karuizawacar 213.5 km
3h 8m
¥3,701–5,346
Train via Nagano
1. Take the train from Toyama to Naganotrain Kagayaki / ...
2. Take the train from Nagano to Nakakaruizawatrain [161678] Shinano Railway Shinano / ...
4h 35m
¥4,575–5,773

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Distance: 262.7 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Tateyama, Toyama, Japan and Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan?

You can take a train from Gohyakukoku to Nakakaruizawa via Dentetsutoyama, Toyama, and Karuizawa in around 3h 33m.

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