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

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Takayama is to drive which costs ¥3000 - ¥4400 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Takayama is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥3000 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct bus between Hikone and Takayama?

No, there is no direct bus from Hikone to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Meishin Taga and arriving at Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal via Meitetsu Bus Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Takayama?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Minamihikone and arriving at Takayama via Maibara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Hikone to Takayama?

The distance between Hikone and Takayama is 194 km. The road distance is 174.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Hikone to Takayama without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Hikone to Takayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Takayama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hikone to Takayama train from?

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

Train or bus from Hikone to Takayama?

The best way to get from Hikone to Takayama is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥9000 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Hikone to Takayama bus arrive?

Hikone to Takayama bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Meitetsu Bus Center station.

Where does the Hikone to Takayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hikone to Takayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Takayama is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Hikone to Takayama.

Where can I stay near Takayama?

There are 365+ hotels available in Takayama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maibara to Takayamatrain Hida 25
4h 3m
Drive 174.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hikone to Takayamacar 174.4 km
2h 37m
¥3,031–4,377
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meishin Taga to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Nagoya
5h 9m
¥7,500–8,600

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Distance: 194.3 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Maibara to Takayama once daily, and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meishin Taga to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal via Meitetsu Bus Center in around 5h 9m.

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