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Trains from Karuizawa

23Jun

Seats

Karuizawa

Tokyo

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:34

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

1h 6m

07:40

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Asama 600

from

4668 USD

1h 6m, Direct

06:34

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

07:40

TokyoTokyo Station

from

4668 USD

Direct

High-speed

Asama 600

06:44

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

1h 15m

07:59

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Asama 602

from

4668 USD

1h 15m, Direct

06:44

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

07:59

TokyoTokyo Station

from

4668 USD

Direct

High-speed

Asama 602

Day trains

12:00

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

1h 12m

13:12

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Asama 614

from

4668 USD

1h 12m, Direct

12:00

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

13:12

TokyoTokyo Station

from

4668 USD

Direct

High-speed

Asama 614

13:00

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

1h 12m

14:12

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Asama 616

from

4668 USD

1h 12m, Direct

13:00

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

14:12

TokyoTokyo Station

from

4668 USD

Direct

High-speed

Asama 616

Evening trains

18:09

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

1h 3m

19:12

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 570

from

4668 USD

1h 3m, Direct

18:09

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

19:12

TokyoTokyo Station

from

4668 USD

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 570

18:57

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

1h 3m

20:00

TokyoTokyo Station

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 572

from

4668 USD

1h 3m, Direct

18:57

KaruizawaKaruizawa Station

20:00

TokyoTokyo Station

from

4668 USD

Direct

High-speed

Hakutaka 572

First train

06:34

Last train

22:21

Travel duration

1h 7m

Daily departures

Departure station

Karuizawa

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Tokyo

Ticket price

from $35

Fastest trip

1h 1m

Longest trip

1h 19m

Trains to Karuizawa

Inbound trains arrive in Karuizawa at Karuizawa Station. JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen services from Tokyo Station reach Karuizawa in around 1h10m to 1h20m, while trains from Ueno arrive in about 1h. Services from Omiya reach Karuizawa in roughly 45m to 55m. From the west, Shinkansen trains from Nagano arrive in around 30m, from Ueda in about 20m, and from Sakudaira in about 10m. Shinano Railway regional services also bring passengers to Karuizawa from Komoro and Ueda on the conventional line.

Visiting Karuizawa

Karuizawa is a rail stop in eastern Nagano Prefecture on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, positioned between the Tokyo area and the Nagano corridor. The city has one main passenger train station, Karuizawa Station, where JR East high-speed services meet Shinano Railway regional trains. This makes Karuizawa a practical rail access point for trips across the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture. Services from Karuizawa include JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen trains running on the Tokyo - Nagano - Kanazawa axis and Shinano Railway services on the local line toward Komoro and Ueda. Karuizawa Station handles both long-distance reserved-seat trains and regional open-seating services, so train tickets can vary by operator and service category. Rail routes from Karuizawa run east toward Tokyo, Ueno, and Omiya, and west toward Sakudaira, Ueda, Nagano, and the wider Hokuriku corridor. Shinano Railway provides regional links within Nagano Prefecture, while JR East connects Karuizawa with the national high-speed rail network. Book trains from and to Karuizawa online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Karuizawa

From Karuizawa Station, JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen services run east toward Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, linking the city with the main Tokyo rail network. Westbound Shinkansen services continue through eastern Nagano Prefecture toward Sakudaira, Ueda, Nagano, and the Hokuriku corridor. Regional travel from Karuizawa uses Shinano Railway trains on the conventional line. These services are useful for local trips within Nagano Prefecture, including connections toward Komoro and Ueda, and they operate separately from the JR East Shinkansen ticketing system. Check the operator when selecting Karuizawa train tickets online.

Karuizawa

Karuizawa - A popular mountain resort town in Nagano Prefecture known for its cool summer climate, upscale shopping outlets, and scenic forests.

Karuizawa Station

Station

1h 7m

Tokyo

Tokyo - Japan's expansive capital and central transport hub, featuring major districts like Shinjuku, Shibuya, and the historic Asakusa area.

Tokyo Station

Station

Train Operators Serving Karuizawa

JR East operates Hokuriku Shinkansen services at Karuizawa Station, including high-speed trains on the Tokyo - Nagano - Hokuriku corridor. Shinano Railway operates regional trains from Karuizawa on the conventional line serving eastern Nagano Prefecture. These two operators cover the main passenger rail options in Karuizawa, with different ticket types and boarding procedures. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these services with advance requests supported for Karuizawa travel.

Asama

JR East Asama runs on the Hokuriku Shinkansen between Tokyo and Nagano.

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Hakutaka

Hakutaka is a Hokuriku Shinkansen service linking Tokyo, Nagano, Toyama, and Kanazawa.

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Booking Karuizawa Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Types of Train Tickets Available

Karuizawa services include regular tickets for regional Shinano Railway trains and reserved or non-reserved Shinkansen options where available on JR East services. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on selected advance bookings to and from Tokyo, Omiya, Nagano, Ueda, and nearby Nagano Prefecture stations.

Buying Train Tickets Online

Buy train tickets online for Karuizawa with Rail Monsters by choosing departure dates, selecting JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen or Shinano Railway services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Karuizawa train stations by checking whether your train uses the Shinkansen route or the regional Shinano Railway line.

Tips for Online Reservations

Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Karuizawa train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom dates. Train prices differ between Hokuriku Shinkansen and regional services; ticket counters remain available at Karuizawa Station. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Destinations from Karuizawa

Rail services from Karuizawa Station High-speed services: JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen trains from Karuizawa run east toward Omiya, Ueno, and Tokyo, and west toward Sakudaira, Ueda, Nagano, and the Hokuriku corridor. Regional services: Shinano Railway trains serve local travel from Karuizawa toward Komoro and Ueda. Intercity connections: Shinkansen transfers at Tokyo, Omiya, and Nagano connect Karuizawa passengers with other JR routes across Japan. Airport connections: airport rail access requires a transfer in the Tokyo area; Karuizawa has no direct airport train.

Karuizawa to Tokyo

Travel from Karuizawa to Tokyo by Shinkansen and visit the historic Senso-ji Temple or explore the high-end shopping and dining in the Ginza district.

Frequency

20 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

1h 7m

Tokyo

Japan

Karuizawa to Nagano

Travel from Karuizawa to Nagano by Shinkansen to explore the historic Zenko-ji Temple or visit the Togakushi Ninja Village and scenic mountain trails.

Frequency

22 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

30m

Nagano

Japan

Karuizawa to Kanazawa

Travel from Karuizawa to Kanazawa by Shinkansen and visit the Kenrokuen Garden or explore the well-preserved samurai districts of Nagamachi.

Frequency

8 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

2h 0m

Kanazawa

Japan

Karuizawa to Ueno

Travel from Karuizawa to Ueno by Hokuriku Shinkansen and visit the Tokyo National Museum or enjoy shopping at Ameyoko Market.

Frequency

20 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

1h 1m

Ueno

Japan

Karuizawa to Tsuruga

Travel from Karuizawa to Tsuruga by train and visit the historic Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse or enjoy the scenic views at Kehi no Matsubara.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

2h 51m

Tsuruga

Japan

Karuizawa to Saku

Travel from Karuizawa to Saku by train and visit the scenic Saku Mountain Park or the historic Saku City Museum.

Frequency

20 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

Saku

Japan

Karuizawa to Toyama

Travel from Karuizawa to Toyama by limited express train and visit the scenic Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route or explore the historic Toyama Castle.

Frequency

8 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

1h 36m

Toyama

Japan

Karuizawa to Saitama

Travel from Karuizawa to Saitama by Limited Express and visit Seibu Railway's Railway Museum or enjoy the gardens at Saitama's Omiya Park.

Frequency

20 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

42m

Saitama

Japan

Karuizawa to Ueda

Travel from Karuizawa to Ueda by limited express train and visit the historic Ueda Castle or enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Ueda Onsen area.

Frequency

21 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

17m

Ueda

Japan

Karuizawa to Kagaonsen

Travel from Karuizawa to Kagaonsen by Limited Express to enjoy the hot springs and the scenic beauty of the surrounding mountains.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

2h 13m

Kagaonsen

Japan

Karuizawa to Awaraonsen

Travel from Karuizawa to Awaraonsen by limited express train and enjoy the relaxing onsen experiences at Awara Onsen or visit the historic Awara Onsen Arashiyama.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

2h 21m

Awaraonsen

Japan

Karuizawa to Fukui

Travel from Karuizawa to Fukui by train and visit the picturesque Eiheiji Temple or discover the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

2h 29m

Fukui(Fukui)

Japan

Karuizawa to Takasaki

Travel from Karuizawa to Takasaki by train and visit the historical Takasaki Daruma Temple or enjoy the local cuisine at Takasaki Station.

Frequency

19 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka,Asama

Karuizawa

Japan

16m

Takasaki

Japan

Karuizawa to Kurobe-Unazukionsen

Travel from Karuizawa to Kurobe-Unazukionsen by train and visit the stunning Unazuki Onsen or enjoy the scenic surroundings of the Kurobe Gorge.

Frequency

8 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

1h 23m

Kurobe-Unazukionsen

Japan

Karuizawa to Echizen-Takefu

Travel from Karuizawa to Echizen-Takefu by limited express and visit the historic Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum or enjoy the scenic views along the Eiheiji Temple.

Frequency

1 times per day

Popular Trains

Hakutaka

Karuizawa

Japan

2h 39m

Echizen-Takefu

Japan

Karuizawa Major Train Stations

Karuizawa has one main passenger rail station. Karuizawa Station is the city rail hub, served by JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen trains on the Tokyo - Nagano - Hokuriku axis and by Shinano Railway regional trains through eastern Nagano Prefecture. The Shinkansen side handles long-distance high-speed services with reserved and non-reserved seating options depending on the train. The Shinano Railway side serves local and regional travel toward communities west and east of Karuizawa. Inter-station transfer is not an issue for most rail trips in Karuizawa because both operators use the same station complex. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.

Karuizawa Station

Karuizawa Train Station offers access to scenic resorts and shopping.

Karuizawa Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What are the main train stations in Karuizawa?

Karuizawa has one main rail station: Karuizawa Station. It serves JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen trains for long-distance travel toward the Tokyo and Nagano directions, and Shinano Railway regional trains for local travel in eastern Nagano Prefecture. Because both main rail services use Karuizawa Station, most passengers do not need to change between separate city stations.

What is the main train route from Karuizawa?

The main route from Karuizawa is the JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen to Tokyo Station, with many services taking around 1h10m to 1h20m depending on the stop pattern. Hakutaka and Asama services operate on this corridor. These Shinkansen trains use Karuizawa Station and provide reserved seating, with non-reserved options available on some services.

Can I buy Karuizawa train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute tickets for Shinano Railway regional trains are often available close to departure, but Hokuriku Shinkansen reserved seats from Karuizawa can sell out on busy weekends and national holiday periods. Rail Monsters accepts Karuizawa train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which is useful for Golden Week, Obon, New Year, and cherry blossom travel periods.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Karuizawa?

Seat reservations are recommended for Hokuriku Shinkansen trains from Karuizawa, especially on Friday evenings, Sunday returns, Golden Week, Obon, and New Year travel dates. Some JR East Shinkansen services may include non-reserved seating, but reserved seats give a confirmed place on a specific departure. Shinano Railway regional trains generally use unreserved seating and simpler local ticketing.

Do high-speed trains serve Karuizawa?

Yes. Karuizawa is served by the Hokuriku Shinkansen, operated by JR East on services between the Tokyo area, Nagano, and the Hokuriku corridor. Hakutaka and Asama trains stop at Karuizawa Station. For shorter regional trips in Nagano Prefecture, Shinano Railway operates conventional trains from the same station, separate from the Shinkansen service.

What are the main train connections to and from Karuizawa?

Karuizawa connects with Tokyo in around 1h10m to 1h20m by Hokuriku Shinkansen, Ueno in around 1h, and Omiya in about 45m to 55m. Westbound Shinkansen services link Karuizawa with Sakudaira in about 10m, Ueda in around 20m, and Nagano in roughly 30m. Regional Shinano Railway trains also connect Karuizawa with Komoro and Ueda.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Karuizawa?

Book train tickets to and from Karuizawa on Rail Monsters by entering Karuizawa Station, selecting the travel date, and choosing a JR East Hokuriku Shinkansen or Shinano Railway option where available. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Karuizawa services, which helps during Golden Week, Obon, and New Year. Booking confirmation is sent by email.

Is there an airport rail connection from Karuizawa?

Karuizawa has no direct airport rail link. For Haneda Airport or Narita Airport, travelers normally take the Hokuriku Shinkansen from Karuizawa to Tokyo Station or Ueno Station, then transfer to airport rail services or other rail connections in the Tokyo area. When booking, check the station used for the airport transfer because Shinkansen and airport trains do not use the same platforms.

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