What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Hikone?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Hikone is to train which costs ¥900 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Hikone?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Hikone is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Hikone?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Minamihikone. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Hikone?

The distance between Kyoto and Hikone is 59 km. The road distance is 64.8 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Hikone without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Hikone without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥900 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Hikone?

The train from Kyōto to Minamihikone takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Hikone train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Hikone train arrive?

Kyoto to Hikone train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Minamihikone station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Hikone is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Kyoto to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 207+ hotels available in Hikone.

Kyoto to Hikone - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Hikone by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikonetrain [21747] Jr Biwako
1h 7m
¥900–1,300
Drive 64.8 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Hikonecar 64.8 km
1h 6m
¥1,124–1,624
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Hikonetaxi 64.8 km
1h 6m
¥27,000–32,000

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Distance: 58.9 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Hikone, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Minamihikone every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥900–1,300 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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