What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥230 - ¥350 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs ¥5000 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto (State) and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto (State) to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Otsu via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Kyoto (State) to Shiga?

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Shiga is 14 km. The road distance is 13.8 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto (State) to Shiga without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga without a car is to subway and train which takes 21 min and costs ¥1300 - ¥2400.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga?

It takes approximately 21 min to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto (State) to Shiga train from?

Kyoto (State) to Shiga train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Marutamachi station.

Where does the Kyoto (State) to Shiga train arrive?

Kyoto (State) to Shiga train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kyoto (State) to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto (State) to Shiga is 14 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Kyoto (State) to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3115+ hotels available in Shiga.

Kyoto (State) to Shiga - 3 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Shiga by subway, train, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kyotosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Otsutrain [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
21 min
¥1,324–2,355
Drive 13.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Ōtsucar 13.8 km
18 min
¥238–343
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Ōtsutaxi 13.8 km
18 min
¥5,000–6,500

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 14 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Kyoto (State), Japan and Shiga, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Kyoto (State) to Shiga. However, you can take the subway to Kyoto, walk to Kyōto, then take the train to Otsu. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Ōtsu.

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