What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥11000 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) is to fly and bus which takes 4h 24m and costs ¥14000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kusatsu(Shiga)?

No, there is no direct bus from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) station. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kusatsu(Shiga)?

No, there is no direct train from Tokyo station to Kusatsu(Shiga). However, there are services departing from Tōkyō Station and arriving at Kusatsu(Shiga) via Kyōto and Seta(Shiga). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)?

The distance between Tokyo and Kusatsu(Shiga) is 499 km. The road distance is 435 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) bus from?

Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) train from?

Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) is 435 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga).

Where can I stay near Kusatsu(Shiga)?

There are 3737+ hotels available in Kusatsu(Shiga).

Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga) by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 15m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 49m
¥3,620–12,600
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Kusatsu Stationnightbus
7h 22m
Drive 435 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kusatsu(Shiga)car 435 km
4h 47m
¥7,553–10,909
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Maibaratrain Kodama
2. Take the train from Maibara to Rittotrain [21833] Jr Biwako
4h 21m
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 24m
¥14,110–21,814
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Seta(Shiga)train
4h 56m
¥12,380–27,364
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
5h
¥17,683–36,515
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Seta(Shiga)train
4h 49m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane NRT - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
5h 20m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 498.7 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Kusatsu(Shiga), Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 8m.

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