What is the cheapest way to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga?

The cheapest way to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga?

The fastest way to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Maizuru and Tsuruga?

No, there is no direct train from Maizuru to Tsuruga. However, there are services departing from Nishimaizuru and arriving at Tsuruga via Higashimaizuru. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Maizuru to Tsuruga?

The distance between Maizuru and Tsuruga is 176 km. The road distance is 78.9 km.

How do I travel from Maizuru to Tsuruga without a car?

The best way to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 53m and costs ¥3800 - ¥4500.

How long does it take to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maizuru to Tsuruga train from?

Maizuru to Tsuruga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Higashimaizuru station.

Where does the Maizuru to Tsuruga train arrive?

Maizuru to Tsuruga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Maizuru to Tsuruga?

Yes, the driving distance between Maizuru to Tsuruga is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Maizuru to Tsuruga.

Where can I stay near Tsuruga?

There are 32+ hotels available in Tsuruga.

Maizuru to Tsuruga - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Maizuru to Tsuruga by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Nishimaizuru-eki to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2h 53m
¥3,850–4,450
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Higashimaizuru to Tsurugatrain [29333] JR Obama
3h 8m
¥1,350–2,008
Drive 78.9 km
1. Drive from Maizuru to Tsurugacar 78.9 km
1h 16m
¥1,357–1,959
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maizuru to Tsurugataxi 78.9 km
1h 16m
¥32,000–39,000

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Distance: 176.3 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Maizuru, Japan and Tsuruga, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Higashimaizuru to Tsuruga every 3 hours. Tickets cost ¥1,200–1,800 and the journey takes 2h.

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