What is the cheapest way to get from Hikone to Makino?

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Makino is to drive which costs ¥1400 - ¥2100 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikone to Makino?

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Makino is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Makino?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone to Makino. However, there are services departing from Minamihikone and arriving at Makino via Kyōto and Tambabashi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Hikone to Makino?

The distance between Hikone and Makino is 93 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

How do I travel from Hikone to Makino without a car?

The best way to get from Hikone to Makino without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hikone to Makino?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Hikone to Makino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Makino train from?

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

Where does the Hikone to Makino train arrive?

Hikone to Makino train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Hikone to Makino?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Makino is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Hikone to Makino.

Where can I stay near Makino?

There are 12510+ hotels available in Makino.

Hikone to Makino - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hikone to Makino by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Meishin Taga to Kyoto Fukakusabus
2. Take the train from Sumizome to Makinotrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 44m
Drive 81.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hikone to Makinocar 81.2 km
1h 15m
¥1,408–2,034
Train
1. Take the train from Minamihikone to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako
2. Take the train from Tambabashi to Makinotrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 46m
¥1,476–2,447

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Distance: 93.4 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Hikone, Japan and Makino, Ōsaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Minamihikone to Makino via Kyōto, Kintetsu-Tambabashi, and Tambabashi in around 1h 46m.

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