What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima?

The fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Biwa and Hiroshima?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Biwa station to Hiroshima station. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Kōiki-kōen-mae Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Biwa and Hiroshima?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima. However, there are services departing from Otsukyo and arriving at Hiroshima via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima?

The distance between Lake Biwa and Hiroshima is 352 km. The road distance is 405.8 km.

How do I travel from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Biwa to Hiroshima bus from?

Lake Biwa to Hiroshima bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Lake Biwa to Hiroshima train from?

Lake Biwa to Hiroshima train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Where does the Lake Biwa to Hiroshima bus arrive?

Lake Biwa to Hiroshima bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Kōiki-kōen-mae Station.

Where does the Lake Biwa to Hiroshima train arrive?

Lake Biwa to Hiroshima train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Hiroshima station.

Can I drive from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Biwa to Hiroshima is 406 km. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima.

Where can I stay near Hiroshima?

There are 734+ hotels available in Hiroshima.

Lake Biwa to Hiroshima - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Biwa to Hiroshima by train, night bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Hiroshimatrain Nozomi / ...
2h 13m
Drive 405.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiga to Hiroshimacar 405.8 km
5h 20m
¥7,050–10,183
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kōiki-kōen-mae Stationnightbus Karst
10h 36m
¥8,213–11,295

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Distance: 351.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Lake Biwa, Shiga, Japan and Hiroshima, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Hiroshima hourly, and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kōiki-kōen-mae Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥8,000–11,000 and the journey takes 8h 44m.

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