What is the cheapest way to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga?

The cheapest way to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga is to train which costs ¥110 - ¥320 and takes 5 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga?

The fastest way to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga is to train which takes 5 min and costs ¥110 - ¥320.

Is there a direct train between Yamashina (Station) and Shiga?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yamashina and arriving at Ōtsu. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga?

The distance between Yamashina (Station) and Shiga is 5 km.

How do I travel from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga without a car?

The best way to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 5 min and costs ¥110 - ¥320.

How long does it take to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga?

The train from Yamashina to Ōtsu takes 5 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Yamashina (Station) to Shiga train from?

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

Where does the Yamashina (Station) to Shiga train arrive?

Yamashina (Station) to Shiga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōtsu station.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3701+ hotels available in Shiga.

Yamashina (Station) to Shiga - 2 ways to travel via train, and taxi

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There are 2 ways to get from Yamashina (Station) to Shiga by train or taxi

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1. Take the train from Yamashina to Ōtsutrain JR Kyoto Line Rapid Service / ...
5 min
¥110–320
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Yamashina (Station) to Ōtsutaxi 6 km
8 min
¥2,500–3,100

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Distance: 4.7 km
Duration: 5 min

What companies run services between Yamashina (Station), Japan and Shiga, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Yamashina to Ōtsu once daily. Tickets cost ¥110–170 and the journey takes 5 min. Keihan Electric Railway also services this route every 20 minutes.

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