What is the cheapest way to get from Shiga to Shizuoka?

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Shizuoka is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Shiga to Shizuoka?

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Shizuoka is to drive which takes 3h and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Shiga and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct bus from Shiga station to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Shinshizuoka via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Shizuoka?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Shizuoka. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Shizuoka via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Shiga to Shizuoka?

The distance between Shiga and Shizuoka is 321 km. The road distance is 274.5 km.

How do I travel from Shiga to Shizuoka without a car?

The best way to get from Shiga to Shizuoka without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shiga to Shizuoka?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Shiga to Shizuoka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Shizuoka bus from?

Shiga to Shizuoka bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Shizuoka train from?

Shiga to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Where does the Shiga to Shizuoka bus arrive?

Shiga to Shizuoka bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, arrive at Shinshizuoka station.

Where does the Shiga to Shizuoka train arrive?

Shiga to Shizuoka train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shizuoka station.

Can I drive from Shiga to Shizuoka?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Shizuoka is 275 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Shiga to Shizuoka.

Where can I stay near Shizuoka?

There are 148+ hotels available in Shizuoka.

Shiga to Shizuoka - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shiga to Shizuoka by train, night bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shizuokatrain Hikari / ...
2h 17m
Drive 274.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Shizuokacar 274.5 km
3h
¥4,199–6,064
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shinshizuokanightbus
7h 40m
¥6,223–8,309

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Distance: 320.7 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Shiga, Japan and Shizuoka, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Shizuoka hourly, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Shizutetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shinshizuoka once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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