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

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Shiga is to train which costs ¥950 - ¥1200 and takes 1h 26m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Shiga. 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 Shiga?

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

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Shiga train from?

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

Where does the Ōsaka to Shiga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Shiga?

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

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3689+ hotels available in Shiga.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōsaka to Shiga 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
Drive 54.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Ōtsucar 54.8 km
56 min
¥953–1,376
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Ōtsutaxi 54.8 km
56 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 26m
¥974–1,187

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Distance: 56.1 km
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Shiga, 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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