What is the cheapest way to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu?

The cheapest way to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu is to drive which costs ¥1600 - ¥2500 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu?

The fastest way to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1600 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct bus between Matsusaka and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Matsusaka to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Tsu and arriving at Kyoto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Matsusaka and Ōtsu?

No, there is no direct train from Matsusaka to Ōtsu. However, there are services departing from Matsusaka and arriving at Zeze via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Matsusaka to Ōtsu?

The distance between Matsusaka and Ōtsu is 149 km. The road distance is 96.6 km.

How do I travel from Matsusaka to Ōtsu without a car?

The best way to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4400.

How long does it take to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matsusaka to Ōtsu bus from?

Matsusaka to Ōtsu bus services, operated by Mie Kotsu, depart from Tsu station.

Where do I catch the Matsusaka to Ōtsu train from?

Matsusaka to Ōtsu train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Matsusaka station.

Train or bus from Matsusaka to Ōtsu?

The best way to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs ¥3500 - ¥4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥4100 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Matsusaka to Ōtsu bus arrive?

Matsusaka to Ōtsu bus services, operated by Mie Kotsu, arrive at Kyoto station.

Where does the Matsusaka to Ōtsu train arrive?

Matsusaka to Ōtsu train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Matsusaka to Ōtsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Matsusaka to Ōtsu is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Matsusaka to Ōtsu.

Where can I stay near Ōtsu?

There are 3701+ hotels available in Ōtsu.

Matsusaka to Ōtsu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Matsusaka to Ōtsu by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Matsusaka to Kyōtotrain Limited Express Vista Car or Standard / ...
2h 25m
¥3,574–4,326
Drive 96.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Matsusaka to Ōtsucar 96.6 km
1h 25m
¥1,677–2,422
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsu to Kyotobus
3h 31m
¥3,202–4,028
Train via Kashihara
1. Take the train from Matsusaka to Yamato-Yagitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōtotrain Limited Express / ...
2h 54m
¥4,014–4,937
Train via Tsuge
1. Take the train from Matsusaka to Kameyama(Mie)train [21562] Jr Kisei
2. Take the train from Tsuge to Kusatsu(Shiga)train [25922] JR Kusatsu
3h 37m
¥1,717–2,463

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Distance: 148.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Matsusaka, Japan and Ōtsu, Japan?

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Matsusaka to Kyōto 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,300–4,100 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, Mie Kotsu operates a bus from Tsu to Kyoto once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,600 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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