What is the cheapest way to get from Hikone to Fuji?

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Fuji is to drive which costs ¥4900 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikone to Fuji?

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Fuji is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Hikone and Fuji?

No, there is no direct bus from Hikone to Fuji. However, there are services departing from Meishin Taga and arriving at Tomei Fuji via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Fuji?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone to Fuji. However, there are services departing from Minamihikone and arriving at Shin-Fuji via Maibara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Hikone to Fuji?

The distance between Hikone and Fuji is 283 km. The road distance is 285.1 km.

How do I travel from Hikone to Fuji without a car?

The best way to get from Hikone to Fuji without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000.

How long does it take to get from Hikone to Fuji?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Hikone to Fuji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Fuji bus from?

Hikone to Fuji bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Meishin Taga station.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Fuji train from?

Hikone to Fuji train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Maibara station.

Train or bus from Hikone to Fuji?

The best way to get from Hikone to Fuji is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs ¥7000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥8500 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Hikone to Fuji bus arrive?

Hikone to Fuji bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Hikone to Fuji train arrive?

Hikone to Fuji train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Fuji station.

Can I drive from Hikone to Fuji?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Fuji is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Hikone to Fuji.

Where can I stay near Fuji?

There are 248+ hotels available in Fuji.

Hikone to Fuji - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hikone to Fuji 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 Maibara to Shin-Fujitrain Kodama
3h 6m
¥7,000–11,000
Drive 285.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hikone to Fujicar 285.1 km
3h 1m
¥4,910–7,092
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meishin Taga to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Tomei Fujibus
6h 7m
¥6,300–8,100

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 282.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Hikone, Japan and Fuji, Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Maibara to Shin-Fuji hourly. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meishin Taga to Tomei Fuji via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit in around 6h 7m.

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