What is the cheapest way to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu?

The cheapest way to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu is to train which costs ¥1900 - ¥2300 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu?

The fastest way to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct bus between Kansai Airport and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu station. However, there are services departing from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 and arriving at Kyoto Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kansai Airport and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct train from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Kansai Airport and arriving at Zeze via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu?

The distance between Kansai Airport and Ōtsu is 108 km. The road distance is 100.3 km.

How do I travel from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu without a car?

The best way to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2300.

How long does it take to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansai Airport to Ōtsu bus from?

Kansai Airport to Ōtsu bus services, operated by Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise, depart from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 station.

Where do I catch the Kansai Airport to Ōtsu train from?

Kansai Airport to Ōtsu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kansai Airport station.

Train or bus from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu?

The best way to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Kansai Airport to Ōtsu bus arrive?

Kansai Airport to Ōtsu bus services, operated by Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise, arrive at Kyoto Station.

Where does the Kansai Airport to Ōtsu train arrive?

Kansai Airport to Ōtsu train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansai Airport to Ōtsu is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

There are 3702+ hotels available in Ōtsu.

Kansai Airport to Ōtsu - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kansai Airport to Ōtsu by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kansai Airport to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express
1h 39m
¥1,960–2,267
Drive 100.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansai Airport to Ōtsucar 100.3 km
1h 41m
¥1,736–2,507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to Kyoto Stationbus Ky
1h 57m
¥2,288–3,113

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Distance: 108.4 km
Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Kansai Airport, Japan and Ōtsu, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kansai Airport to Kyōto hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,700–2,000 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, Kansai Airport Transportation Enterprise operates a bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to Kyoto Station hourly. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,800 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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