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

The cheapest way to get from Kobe to Shiga is to train via Ashiya which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kobe to Shiga is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct train between Kobe and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Kobe to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Shin Kobe and arriving at Otsu via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Kobe to Shiga?

The distance between Kobe and Shiga is 79 km. The road distance is 81.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kobe to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Kobe to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kobe to Shiga train from?

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

Train or bus from Kobe to Shiga?

The best way to get from Kobe to Shiga is to train which takes 48 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2100 - ¥2800 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Kobe to Shiga train arrive?

Kobe to Shiga train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kobe to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Kobe to Shiga is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Kobe to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3690+ hotels available in Shiga.

Kobe to Shiga - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kobe to Shiga 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 Shin Kobe to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Otsutrain [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
48 min
Train via Osaka-Umeda
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nishi-Motomachi to Osaka-Umedatrain Hanshin Main Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2h 11m
¥1,343–1,909
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2h 2m
¥2,183–2,750
Drive 81.1 km
1. Drive from Kobe to Ōtsucar 81.1 km
1h 13m
¥1,419–2,049
Train via Ashiya
1. Take the train from Motomachi to Ashiyatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain A: Special Rapid Service
1h 29m
¥1,379–1,998

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 79 km
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a train from Shin Kobe to Otsu via Kyoto and Kyōto in around 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Otsu via Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto in around 2h 2m.

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