What is the cheapest way to get from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto is to train which costs ¥200 - ¥280 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto is to train which takes 9 min and costs ¥200 - ¥280.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu Station and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otsu and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto?

The distance between Ōtsu Station and Kyoto is 10 km. The road distance is 13.5 km.

How do I travel from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs ¥200 - ¥280.

How long does it take to get from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto?

The train from Otsu to Kyōto takes 9 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu Station to Kyoto train from?

Ōtsu Station to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Otsu station.

Where does the Ōtsu Station to Kyoto train arrive?

Ōtsu Station to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu Station to Kyoto is 14 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Ōtsu Station to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Otsu to Kyōtotrain [21683] Jr Biwako / ...
9 min
¥200–280
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōtsu Station to Kyototaxi 13.5 km
18 min
¥5,000–6,500
Drive 13.5 km
1. Drive from Ōtsu Station to Kyotocar 13.5 km
18 min
¥235–339
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Kamisakaemachi to Misasagitrain [98235] Keihan Keishin
2. Take the subway from Misasagi to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
36 min
¥522–624

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Distance: 10.4 km
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Ōtsu Station, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Otsu to Kyōto 5 times a week. Tickets cost ¥200–280 and the journey takes 9 min.

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