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

The cheapest way to get from Shizuoka to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shizuoka to Shiga is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Shizuoka and Shiga?

No, there is no direct bus from Shizuoka to Shiga station. However, there are services departing from Shinshizuoka and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Shizuoka and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Shizuoka to Shiga. 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 Shiga?

The distance between Shizuoka and Shiga is 321 km. The road distance is 274 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Shizuoka to Shiga bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shizuoka to Shiga train from?

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

Where does the Shizuoka to Shiga bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shizuoka to Shiga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shizuoka to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Shizuoka to Shiga is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Shizuoka to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3687+ hotels available in Shiga.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Shizuoka to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 54m
Drive 274 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shizuoka to Ōtsucar 274 km
3h 1m
¥4,753–6,866
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinshizuoka to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus
6h 47m
¥6,530–8,250

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Distance: 320.7 km
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Shizuoka, Japan and 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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