What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Hiroshima and Lake Biwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Hiroshima station to Lake Biwa station. However, there are services departing from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Lake Biwa?

No, there is no direct train from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Otsukyo via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa?

The distance between Hiroshima and Lake Biwa is 352 km. The road distance is 406.2 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Lake Biwa bus from?

Hiroshima to Lake Biwa bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Lake Biwa train from?

Hiroshima to Lake Biwa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Hiroshima station.

Where does the Hiroshima to Lake Biwa bus arrive?

Hiroshima to Lake Biwa bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Hiroshima to Lake Biwa train arrive?

Hiroshima to Lake Biwa train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Lake Biwa is 406 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa.

Where can I stay near Lake Biwa?

There are 238+ hotels available in Lake Biwa.

Hiroshima to Lake Biwa - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hiroshima to Lake Biwa by train, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kyototrain Nozomi
2h 2m
Drive 406.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Shigacar 406.2 km
5h 21m
¥7,057–10,193
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus Karst
10h 57m
¥8,552–10,637

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Distance: 351.8 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Lake Biwa, Shiga, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hiroshima to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kōiki-kōen-mae Station to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥8,000–11,000 and the journey takes 9h 3m.

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