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

The cheapest way to get from Hikone to Tsu is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hikone to Tsu is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct bus between Hikone and Tsu?

No, there is no direct bus from Hikone to Tsu. However, there are services departing from Meishin Taga and arriving at Tsu via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Hikone and Tsu?

No, there is no direct train from Hikone to Tsu. However, there are services departing from Minamihikone and arriving at Tsu via Maibara and Kintetsu-Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Hikone to Tsu?

The distance between Hikone and Tsu is 142 km. The road distance is 78.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Hikone to Tsu without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥3900 - ¥7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Hikone to Tsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikone to Tsu bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hikone to Tsu train from?

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

Train or bus from Hikone to Tsu?

The best way to get from Hikone to Tsu is to train via Nagoya which takes 2h 19m and costs ¥3900 - ¥7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4883 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Hikone to Tsu bus arrive?

Hikone to Tsu bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Kyoto Chuo Entrance station.

Where does the Hikone to Tsu train arrive?

Hikone to Tsu train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Hikone to Tsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikone to Tsu is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Hikone to Tsu.

Where can I stay near Tsu?

There are 84+ hotels available in Tsu.

Hikone to Tsu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Hikone to Tsu by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train via Nagoya
best
1. Take the train from Maibara to Nagoya Stationtrain Kodama
2. Take the train from Kintetsu-Nagoya to Tsutrain Urban Liner / ...
2h 19m
¥3,981–6,967
Drive 78.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hikone to Tsucar 78.9 km
1h 17m
¥1,349–1,948
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meishin Taga to Kyoto Chuo Entrancebus
2. Take the bus from Kyoto to Tsubus
4h 12m
¥4,882
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hikone to Tsutaxi 78.9 km
1h 17m
¥32,000–39,000
Train
1. Take the train from Minamihikone to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
2. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Tsugetrain
3. Take the train from Tsuge to Kameyama(Mie)train
3h 42m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 142.5 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Minamihikone to Tsu via Maibara, Nagoya Station, and Kintetsu-Nagoya in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meishin Taga to Tsu via Kyoto Chuo Entrance and Kyoto in around 4h 12m.

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