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

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station is to train which costs ¥200 - ¥290 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs ¥4600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu and Kusatsu Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zeze and arriving at Kusatsu(Shiga). Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station?

The distance between Ōtsu and Kusatsu Station is 11 km. The road distance is 11.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs ¥200 - ¥290.

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

The train from Zeze to Kusatsu(Shiga) takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station is 12 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu Station?

There are 3692+ hotels available in Kusatsu Station.

Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Station by train, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Zeze to Kusatsu(Shiga)train [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
14 min
¥200–290
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Stationtaxi 11.7 km
12 min
¥4,600–5,500
Drive 11.7 km
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Kusatsu Stationcar 11.7 km
12 min
¥204–294

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Distance: 10.6 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Ōtsu, Japan and Kusatsu Station, Shiga, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Zeze to Kusatsu(Shiga) every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥200–290 and the journey takes 14 min.

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