What is the cheapest way to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka?

The cheapest way to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka is to drive which costs ¥4500 - ¥7000 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka?

The fastest way to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥4500 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Kusatsu and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct bus from Kusatsu station to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Shinshizuoka via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kusatsu and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct train from Kusatsu to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Seta(Shiga) and arriving at Shizuoka via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Kusatsu to Shizuoka?

The distance between Kusatsu and Shizuoka is 326 km. The road distance is 263.3 km.

How do I travel from Kusatsu to Shizuoka without a car?

The best way to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kusatsu to Shizuoka bus from?

Kusatsu to Shizuoka bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Kusatsu to Shizuoka train from?

Kusatsu to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Where does the Kusatsu to Shizuoka bus arrive?

Kusatsu to Shizuoka bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, arrive at Shinshizuoka station.

Where does the Kusatsu to Shizuoka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kusatsu to Shizuoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kusatsu to Shizuoka is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Kusatsu to Shizuoka.

Where can I stay near Shizuoka?

There are 157+ hotels available in Shizuoka.

Kusatsu to Shizuoka - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kusatsu to Shizuoka by train, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shizuokatrain Hikari / ...
2h 23m
Drive 263.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kusatsu to Shizuokacar 263.3 km
2h 57m
¥4,574–6,606
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shinshizuokanightbus
7h 56m
¥6,412–8,571
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Ritto to Maibaratrain [21747] Jr Biwako
2. Take the train from Maibara to Shizuokatrain Kodama
3h 44m

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Distance: 326.2 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Kusatsu, Japan and Shizuoka, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Shizuoka hourly, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Shizutetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shinshizuoka once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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