What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki?

The cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki is to drive which costs ¥6500 - ¥10000 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki?

The fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs ¥6500 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Hiroshima and Shigaraki?

No, there is no direct train from Hiroshima to Shigaraki. However, there are services departing from Hiroshima and arriving at Shigaraki via Kyōto, Kusatsu(Shiga) and Kibukawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Hiroshima to Shigaraki?

The distance between Hiroshima and Shigaraki is 399 km. The road distance is 387.9 km.

How do I travel from Hiroshima to Shigaraki without a car?

The best way to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hiroshima to Shigaraki train from?

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

Where does the Hiroshima to Shigaraki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hiroshima to Shigaraki?

Yes, the driving distance between Hiroshima to Shigaraki is 388 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Hiroshima to Shigaraki.

Where can I stay near Shigaraki?

There are 3729+ hotels available in Shigaraki.

Hiroshima to Shigaraki - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Hiroshima to Shigaraki by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Hiroshima to Kyototrain Nozomi
4h 53m
Drive 387.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hiroshima to Shigarakicar 387.9 km
5h 5m
¥6,668–9,632
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Hiroshima Bus Center to Okayama Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Tsudaka to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
3. Take the taxi from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shigarakitaxi
7h 18m
¥24,900–30,400

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Distance: 399.4 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Hiroshima, Japan and Shigaraki, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Hiroshima to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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