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

The cheapest way to get from Kansai Airport to Hikone is to train which costs ¥2600 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansai Airport to Hikone is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct train between Kansai Airport and Hikone?

No, there is no direct train from Kansai Airport to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Kansai Airport and arriving at Minamihikone via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Kansai Airport to Hikone?

The distance between Kansai Airport and Hikone is 155 km. The road distance is 149.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kansai Airport to Hikone without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs ¥2600 - ¥3300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Kansai Airport to Hikone, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Kansai Airport to Hikone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansai Airport to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansai Airport to Hikone is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Kansai Airport to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 211+ hotels available in Hikone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kansai Airport to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikonetrain [21747] Jr Biwako
2h 40m
¥2,640–3,257
Drive 149.4 km
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1. Drive from Kansai Airport to Hikonecar 149.4 km
2h 23m
¥2,574–3,717
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kansai Airport Terminal 1 to Kyoto Stationbus Ky
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Maibaratrain Kodama
3h 11m

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Distance: 155.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Kansai Airport to Minamihikone via Kyōto in around 2h 40m.

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