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

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Shizuoka is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Shizuoka is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Hikone and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct bus from Hikone to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Meishin Taga and arriving at Tomei Shizuoka via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Minamihikone and arriving at Shizuoka via Maibara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Hikone to Shizuoka?

The distance between Hikone and Shizuoka is 251 km. The road distance is 242.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hikone to Shizuoka without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Hikone to Shizuoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Shizuoka bus from?

Hikone to Shizuoka bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Meishin Taga station.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Shizuoka train from?

Hikone to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Maibara station.

Train or bus from Hikone to Shizuoka?

The best way to get from Hikone to Shizuoka is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥8400 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Hikone to Shizuoka bus arrive?

Hikone to Shizuoka bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Hikone to Shizuoka train arrive?

Hikone to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shizuoka station.

Can I drive from Hikone to Shizuoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Shizuoka is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Hikone to Shizuoka.

Where can I stay near Shizuoka?

There are 157+ hotels available in Shizuoka.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maibara to Shizuokatrain Kodama
3h 5m
Drive 242.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hikone to Shizuokacar 242.7 km
2h 51m
¥4,216–6,089
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meishin Taga to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Tomei Shizuokabus
5h 22m
¥8,400

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Distance: 251 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Hikone, Japan and Shizuoka, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Maibara to Shizuoka every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meishin Taga to Tomei Shizuoka via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit in around 5h 22m.

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