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

The cheapest way to get from Toyama to Shiga is to train which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Toyama to Shiga is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Toyama and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Toyama to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Toyama and arriving at Zeze via Tsuruga and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Toyama to Shiga?

The distance between Toyama and Shiga is 306 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Toyama to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs ¥4500 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Toyama to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Toyama to Shiga train from?

Toyama to Shiga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Toyama station.

Where does the Toyama to Shiga train arrive?

Toyama to Shiga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Toyama to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Toyama to Shiga is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Toyama to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3682+ hotels available in Shiga.

Toyama to Shiga - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Toyama to Shiga by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Toyama to Tsurugatrain Tsurugi
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
3h 7m
¥4,567–6,399
Train via Keihanyamashina
cheapest
1. Take the train from Toyama to Tsurugatrain Kagayaki
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Yamashinatrain B: Special Rapid Service / ...
4h 4m
¥4,394–5,878
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Toyama to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
4h 44m
Drive 276.1 km
1. Drive from Toyama to Ōtsucar 276.1 km
3h 36m
¥4,765–6,883
Train #2
1. Take the train from Toyama to Tsurugatrain Tsurugi
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Ōtsutrain A: Special Rapid Service
4h 5m
¥4,447–6,289

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Distance: 305.7 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Toyama to Zeze via Tsuruga and Kyōto in around 3h 7m.

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