What is the cheapest way to get from Gifu to Echizen?

The cheapest way to get from Gifu to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥1500 - ¥2300 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gifu to Echizen?

The fastest way to get from Gifu to Echizen is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs ¥1500 - ¥2300.

Is there a direct train between Gifu and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Gifu to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Gifu and arriving at Takefu via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Gifu to Echizen?

The distance between Gifu and Echizen is 131 km. The road distance is 96 km.

How do I travel from Gifu to Echizen without a car?

The best way to get from Gifu to Echizen without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Gifu to Echizen?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Gifu to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gifu to Echizen train from?

Gifu to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Gifu station.

Train or bus from Gifu to Echizen?

The best way to get from Gifu to Echizen is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Gifu to Echizen train arrive?

Gifu to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Gifu to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Gifu to Echizen is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Gifu to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 87+ hotels available in Echizen.

Gifu to Echizen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gifu to Echizen by train, bus, or car

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 Gifu to Tsurugatrain Shirasagi
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain [28960] Hapi-Line Fukui
2h 14m
Drive 96 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gifu to Echizencar 96 km
1h 27m
¥1,593–2,301
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Takefubus
3h 48m
¥4,866–5,853

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 131.1 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Gifu, Japan and Echizen, Japan?

You can take a train from Gifu to Takefu via Tsuruga in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Takefu every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,300 and the journey takes 2h 27m.

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