Rome2Rio

How to get fromOgoto-onsen Station to Lake Biwaby train, ferry, car, or taxi

Find Transport to Lake Biwa

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Ogoto-onsen Station to Lake Biwa by train, ferry, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Ogotoonsen to Omiimazutrain train [22917] JR Kosei / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Imazu port to Nagahama portferry ferry
    3h 27m
    ¥3,413–3,650

  2. Drive 32.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ogoto-onsen Station to Shigacar car 32.7 km
    36 min
    ¥567–819

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ogoto-onsen Station to Shigataxi taxi 32.7 km
    36 min
    ¥13,000–17,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ogoto-onsen Station to Lake Biwa.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 62.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Ogoto-onsen Station, Japan and Lake Biwa, Shiga, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Ogoto-onsen Station to Lake Biwa. However, you can take the train to Omiimazu, walk to Imazu port, then take the ferry to Nagahama port. Alternatively, you can drive from Ogoto-onsen Station to Shiga in around 36 min.

Train operators
Ferry operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides