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 ¥750 - ¥1100 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 ¥750 - ¥1100.

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 Zeze via Tsuge and Kusatsu(Shiga). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Iga to Shiga?

The distance between Iga and Shiga is 62 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 via Kusatsu(Shiga) which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m 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.

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 3750+ hotels available in Shiga.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Iga to Shiga by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Kusatsu(Shiga)
best
1. Take the train from Igaueno to Tsugetrain Kansaihonsen / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuge to Kusatsu(Shiga)train [25922] JR Kusatsu / ...
1h 34m
¥1,014–1,506
Drive 49.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Iga to Ōtsucar 49.8 km
52 min
¥762–1,100
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Iga to Ōtsutaxi 49.8 km
52 min
¥24,000–29,000
Train
1. Take the train from Igaueno to Tsugetrain Kansaihonsen / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuge to Ōtsutrain Kusatsusen
2h 26m
¥1,014–1,466

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Distance: 62.2 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a train from Igaueno to Zeze via Tsuge and Kusatsu(Shiga) in around 1h 34m.

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