What is the cheapest way to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto is to train which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct train between Hikone castle and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone castle to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Hikone and arriving at Kyōto via Zeze. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Hikone castle to Kyoto?

The distance between Hikone castle and Kyoto is 64 km. The road distance is 67.4 km.

How do I travel from Hikone castle to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1400.

How long does it take to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone castle to Kyoto train from?

Hikone castle to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hikone station.

Where does the Hikone castle to Kyoto train arrive?

Hikone castle to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Zeze station.

Can I drive from Hikone castle to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone castle to Kyoto is 67 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Hikone castle to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Hikone castle to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Hikone castle to Kyoto by train, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Hikone to Zezetrain [21833] Jr Biwako
1h 30m
¥1,001–1,393
Drive 67.4 km
1. Drive from Hikone castle to Kyotocar 67.4 km
1h 12m
¥1,170–1,690
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hikone castle to Kyototaxi 67.4 km
1h 12m
¥28,000–34,000

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Distance: 63.8 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Hikone castle, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hikone to Zeze every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥750–1,100 and the journey takes 51 min.

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