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

The cheapest way to get from Gifu to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥1900 - ¥2800 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gifu to Shiga is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Gifu and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Gifu to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Gifu and arriving at Otsu via Nagoya Station and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Gifu to Shiga?

The distance between Gifu and Shiga is 174 km. The road distance is 111.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Gifu to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs ¥7000 - ¥12000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Gifu to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gifu to Shiga train from?

Gifu to Shiga train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Gifu station.

Where does the Gifu to Shiga train arrive?

Gifu to Shiga train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Gifu to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Gifu to Shiga is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Gifu to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3099+ hotels available in Shiga.

Gifu to Shiga - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gifu to Shiga by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gifu to Nagoya Stationtrain [19124] JR Tokaido Line New Rapid Train / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
1h 15m
¥7,066–11,153
Drive 111.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gifu to Ōtsucar 111.1 km
1h 38m
¥1,899–2,743
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Gifu to Maibaratrain [19214] JR Tokaido Line New Rapid Train / ...
2. Take the train from Maibara to Otsutrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2h 1m
¥4,219–6,325

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 174.3 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

You can take a train from Gifu to Otsu via Nagoya Station and Kyōto in around 1h 15m.

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