What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal is to train which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal?

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal is to drive which takes 57 min and costs ¥950 - ¥1400.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Lake Biwa Canal?

No, there is no direct train from Osaka station to Lake Biwa Canal. However, there are services departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station and arriving at Otsukyo via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal?

The distance between Osaka and Lake Biwa Canal is 52 km. The road distance is 55.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal train from?

Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Where does the Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal is 56 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canal.

Where can I stay near Lake Biwa Canal?

There are 3699+ hotels available in Lake Biwa Canal.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Otsukyotrain [22983] JR Kosei / ...
1h 7m
¥829–1,159
Drive 55.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canalcar 55.7 km
57 min
¥968–1,399
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Lake Biwa Canaltaxi 55.7 km
57 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train via Yodoyabashi
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 41m
¥974–1,187

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Distance: 52.2 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Osaka, Japan and Lake Biwa Canal, Japan?

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Lake Biwa Canal via Kyōto and Otsukyo in around 1h 7m.

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