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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Biwa to Uji is to train via Otsukyo which costs ¥480 - ¥700 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Biwa to Uji is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700.

Is there a direct train between Lake Biwa and Uji?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Biwa to Uji. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Uji via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Lake Biwa to Uji?

The distance between Lake Biwa and Uji is 27 km. The road distance is 56.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Biwa to Uji without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥490 - ¥700.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Lake Biwa to Uji, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lake Biwa to Uji train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Biwa to Uji?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Biwa to Uji is 56 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Lake Biwa to Uji.

Where can I stay near Uji?

There are 3952+ hotels available in Uji.

Lake Biwa to Uji - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Biwa to Uji by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zeze to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
40 min
¥493–689
Train via Otsukyo
cheapest
1. Take the train from Otsukyo to Kyōtotrain [23032] JR Kosei / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
41 min
¥483–675
Drive 56.2 km
1. Drive from Shiga to Ujicar 56.2 km
52 min
¥976–1,409
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shiga to Ujitaxi 56.2 km
52 min
¥23,000–28,000

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Distance: 27.1 km
Duration: 40 min

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

You can take a train from Zeze to Uji via Kyōto in around 40 min.

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