What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station is to train which costs ¥550 - ¥800 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station?

The fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station is to drive which takes 32 min and costs ¥500 - ¥800.

Is there a direct train between Lake Biwa and Kusatsu Station?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station. However, there are services departing from Hieizansakamoto and arriving at Kusatsu(Shiga) via Yamashina and Zeze. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station?

The distance between Lake Biwa and Kusatsu Station is 28 km. The road distance is 31.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs ¥550 - ¥800.

How long does it take to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station?

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station train from?

Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Hieizansakamoto station.

Where does the Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station train arrive?

Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Yamashina station.

Can I drive from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station is 31 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu Station?

There are 3688+ hotels available in Kusatsu Station.

Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Biwa to Kusatsu Station by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hieizansakamoto to Yamashinatrain
2. Take the train from Yamashina to Zezetrain
3. Take the train from Zeze to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
50 min
¥553–785
Drive 31.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiga to Kusatsu Stationcar 31.1 km
32 min
¥542–782
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiga to Kusatsu Stationtaxi 31.1 km
32 min
¥13,000–16,000

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Distance: 28.1 km
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a train from Hieizansakamoto to Kusatsu(Shiga) via Yamashina and Zeze in around 50 min.

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