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

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Hida is to drive which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Hida is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs ¥4000 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Ōtsu and Hida?

No, there is no direct bus from Ōtsu station to Hida station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate and arriving at Hida-Furukawa Station via Takayama Nohi Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu and Hida?

No, there is no direct train from Ōtsu to Hida. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Hida-Furukawa via Kyoto and Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Ōtsu to Hida?

The distance between Ōtsu and Hida is 326 km. The road distance is 235.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Hida without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 4h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Ōtsu to Hida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Hida bus from?

Ōtsu to Hida bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Hida train from?

Ōtsu to Hida train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Train or bus from Ōtsu to Hida?

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Hida is to train via Nagoya which takes 4h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8500 - ¥12000 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Ōtsu to Hida bus arrive?

Ōtsu to Hida bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, arrive at Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Ōtsu to Hida train arrive?

Ōtsu to Hida train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Ōtsu to Hida?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu to Hida is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Ōtsu to Hida.

Where can I stay near Hida?

There are 364+ hotels available in Hida.

Ōtsu to Hida - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōtsu to Hida by train, bus, or car

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Train via Nagoya
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Hida-Furukawatrain Hida 5
4h 36m
Drive 235.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Hidacar 235.3 km
3h 31m
¥4,086–5,902
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Takayama
6h 18m
¥8,823–12,009
Train
1. Take the train from Kusatsu to Takayamatrain Hida 25
5h 31m

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Distance: 326.2 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Ōtsu, Japan and Hida, Gifu, Japan?

You can take a train from Zeze to Hida-Furukawa via Kyōto, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Nagoya Station in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, Nohi Bus operates a bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥6,500–9,000 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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