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

The cheapest way to get from Iga to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1300 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Iga to Shiga is to drive which takes 52 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct train between Iga and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Iga to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Igaueno and arriving at Otsu via Tsuge and Kusatsu(Shiga). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Iga to Shiga?

The distance between Iga and Shiga is 64 km. The road distance is 49.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Iga to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Iga to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iga to Shiga train from?

Iga to Shiga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Igaueno station.

Train or bus from Iga to Shiga?

The best way to get from Iga to Shiga is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Iga to Shiga train arrive?

Iga to Shiga train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuge station.

Can I drive from Iga to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Iga to Shiga is 50 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Iga to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3076+ hotels available in Shiga.

Iga to Shiga - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Iga to Shiga 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
best
1. Take the train from Igaueno to Tsuge[24982] Jr Kansai / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuge to Kusatsu(Shiga)[25922] JR Kusatsu
1h 51m
Drive 49.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iga to Ōtsu49.8 km
52 min
¥842–1,217
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kuwamachi to Seki BC
2. Take the bus from Seki BC to Kyoto
3h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Iga to Ōtsu49.8 km
52 min
¥20,000–25,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 63.7 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Igaueno to Otsu via Tsuge and Kusatsu(Shiga) in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuwamachi to Otsu via Seki BC, Kyoto, and Kyōto in around 3h 15m.

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