What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu is to drive which costs ¥210 - ¥310 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu is to subway which takes 14 min and costs ¥260 - ¥290.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto (State) and Ōtsu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nijojomae and arriving at Yamashina. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu?

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Ōtsu is 7 km. The road distance is 13.8 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu without a car is to subway which takes 14 min and costs ¥260 - ¥290.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu?

The subway from Nijojomae to Yamashina takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu train from?

Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Nijojomae station.

Where does the Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu train arrive?

Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Yamashina station.

Can I drive from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu is 14 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

There are 3750+ hotels available in Ōtsu.

Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Ōtsu by subway, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Nijojomae to Yamashinasubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
14 min
¥260–290
Drive 13.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Ōtsucar 13.8 km
18 min
¥211–304
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Ōtsutaxi 13.8 km
18 min
¥6,500–8,000
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kyotosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Zezetrain [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
26 min
¥457–562

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Distance: 7.4 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Kyoto (State), Japan and Ōtsu, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Nijojomae to Yamashina every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥260–290 and the journey takes 14 min.

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