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

The cheapest way to get from Tochigi to Karuizawa is to train which costs ¥1900 - ¥2700 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tochigi to Karuizawa is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Tochigi and Karuizawa?

No, there is no direct train from Tochigi to Karuizawa. However, there are services departing from 栃木 Tochigi and arriving at Nakakaruizawa via Oyama, Omiya Station and Karuizawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Tochigi to Karuizawa?

The distance between Tochigi and Karuizawa is 180 km. The road distance is 124.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tochigi to Karuizawa without a car is to train via Saitama which takes 2h 56m and costs ¥2700 - ¥3900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Tochigi to Karuizawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tochigi to Karuizawa train from?

Tochigi to Karuizawa train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Oyama station.

Where does the Tochigi to Karuizawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tochigi to Karuizawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Tochigi to Karuizawa is 124 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Tochigi to Karuizawa.

Where can I stay near Karuizawa?

There are 491+ hotels available in Karuizawa.

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

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

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Train via Saitama
best
1. Take the train from Oyama to Ōmiyatrain Nasuno / ...
2. Take the train from Omiya Station to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
2h 56m
¥2,773–3,873
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from 栃木 Tochigi to 高崎 Takasakitrain JR両毛線 JR Ryōmō Line / ...
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Karuizawatrain Hakutaka
3h 25m
¥1,995–2,695
Drive 124.2 km
1. Drive from Tochigi to Karuizawacar 124.2 km
1h 58m
¥2,130–3,077

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Distance: 180.1 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from 栃木 Tochigi to Nakakaruizawa via 小山 Oyama, Oyama, Omiya Station, and Karuizawa in around 2h 56m.

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