What is the cheapest way to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa?

The cheapest way to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa?

The fastest way to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Shizuoka and Lake Biwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa station. However, there are services departing from Shinshizuoka and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Shizuoka and Lake Biwa?

No, there is no direct train from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa. However, there are services departing from Shizuoka and arriving at Zeze via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa?

The distance between Shizuoka and Lake Biwa is 321 km. The road distance is 254.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shizuoka to Lake Biwa bus from?

Shizuoka to Lake Biwa bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, depart from Shinshizuoka station.

Where do I catch the Shizuoka to Lake Biwa train from?

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

Where does the Shizuoka to Lake Biwa bus arrive?

Shizuoka to Lake Biwa bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Shizuoka to Lake Biwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Shizuoka to Lake Biwa is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Shizuoka to Lake Biwa.

Where can I stay near Lake Biwa?

There are 237+ hotels available in Lake Biwa.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Shizuoka to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 54m
Drive 254.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shizuoka to Shigacar 254.8 km
3h 4m
¥4,421–6,385
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinshizuoka to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus
6h 50m
¥6,520–8,240

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Distance: 320.7 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

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

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