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How to get fromŌtsu to Biwako Valleyby train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ōtsu to Biwako Valley by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Otsukyo to Horaitrain train [22983] JR Kosei / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Horai to Biwako Valleytaxi taxi
    29 min
    ¥2,333–2,861

  2. Drive 28.5 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ōtsu to Biwako Valleycar car 28.5 km
    35 min
    ¥496–716

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ōtsu to Biwako Valleytaxi taxi 28.5 km
    35 min
    ¥10,000–13,000

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  • Distance: 23.8 km
  • Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Ōtsu, Japan and Biwako Valley, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Ōtsu to Biwako Valley. However, you can take the train to Horai then take the taxi to Biwako Valley. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Biwako Valley.

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