What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu is to train which costs ¥700 - ¥850 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu is to drive which takes 56 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Zeze via Shin Osaka and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Ōtsu?

The distance between Ōsaka and Ōtsu is 56 km. The road distance is 54.8 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Ōtsu without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu without a car is to subway and train which takes 57 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu?

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Ōtsu train from?

Ōsaka to Ōtsu train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Ōtsu train arrive?

Ōsaka to Ōtsu train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Ōtsu is 55 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Ōsaka to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

There are 3699+ hotels available in Ōtsu.

Ōsaka to Ōtsu - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka to Ōtsu by subway, train, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Yodoyabashi to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Zezetrain
57 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 7m
¥704–847
Drive 54.8 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Ōtsucar 54.8 km
56 min
¥953–1,377
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Ōtsutaxi 54.8 km
56 min
¥20,000–25,000

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Distance: 56.1 km
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Ōtsu, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Sanjo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥470–600 and the journey takes 53 min.

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