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

The cheapest way to get from Chiba to Shiga is to night bus which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiba to Shiga is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥14000 - ¥23000.

Is there a direct bus between Chiba and Shiga?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Chiba station station and arriving at Ōtsu Station station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chiba and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Chiba station to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Chiba Station and arriving at Otsu via Shinagawa and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Chiba to Shiga?

The distance between Chiba and Shiga is 525 km. The road distance is 482.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiba to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥14000 - ¥23000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Chiba to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiba to Shiga bus from?

Chiba to Shiga bus services, operated by Keisei Bus, depart from Chiba station.

Where do I catch the Chiba to Shiga train from?

Chiba to Shiga train services, operated by Narita Express (N'EX), depart from Chiba Station.

Where does the Chiba to Shiga bus arrive?

Chiba to Shiga bus services, operated by Keisei Bus, arrive at Ōtsu Station.

Where does the Chiba to Shiga train arrive?

Chiba to Shiga train services, operated by Narita Express (N'EX), arrive at Shinagawa station.

Can I drive from Chiba to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiba to Shiga is 482 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Chiba to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3069+ hotels available in Shiga.

Chiba to Shiga - 11 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, plane, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Chiba to Shiga by train, night bus, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chiba Station to Shinagawatrain
2. Take the train from Shinagawa to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
3h 8m
¥14,109–22,803
Train, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chibaminato to Tōkyō Stationtrain JE: Keiyō Line Local / ...
2. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Kajibashi to Minami-Kusatsunightbus Jx281
9h 18m
¥4,804–11,527
Drive 482.2 km
1. Drive from Chiba to Ōtsucar 482.2 km
5h 25m
¥8,307–11,999
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chiba Station to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 39m
¥16,529–40,593
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Chibaminato to Tōkyō Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Maibaratrain
3. Take the train from Maibara to Otsutrain
5h 19m
¥12,904–18,227
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Chiba station to Ōtsu Stationnightbus Kyoto
9h 20m
¥6,000–9,000
Fly Narita International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 10m
¥18,809–49,930
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Chiba Station to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain
4h 42m
¥17,829–31,453
Fly Narita International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane NRT - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Maibaratrain
4h 39m
¥19,259–35,930
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chiba Station to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Maibaratrain
5h 8m
¥18,979–36,593
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Komatsu Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chiba Station to Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Komatsu Airport (KMQ)plane HND - KMQ
3. Take the train from Komatsu to Tsurugatrain
6h 11m
¥18,229–45,193

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

210Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

¥11,450Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 525.2 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Chiba Station to Otsu via Shinagawa and Kyōto in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, Keisei Bus operates a vehicle from Chiba station to Ōtsu Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–9,000 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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