What is the cheapest way to get from Okayama to Echizen?

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Okayama to Echizen?

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Echizen is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Okayama and Echizen?

No, there is no direct bus from Okayama station to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Okayama Station West Exit and arriving at Takefu IC via Osaka Umeda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Takefu via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Okayama to Echizen?

The distance between Okayama and Echizen is 326 km. The road distance is 305.5 km.

How do I travel from Okayama to Echizen without a car?

The best way to get from Okayama to Echizen without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Okayama to Echizen?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Okayama to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Echizen bus from?

Okayama to Echizen bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, depart from Okayama Station West Exit.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Echizen train from?

Okayama to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Okayama station.

Train or bus from Okayama to Echizen?

The best way to get from Okayama to Echizen is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥9500 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Okayama to Echizen bus arrive?

Okayama to Echizen bus services, operated by JR Bus Chugoku, arrive at Osaka Station JR Express BT.

Where does the Okayama to Echizen train arrive?

Okayama to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Okayama to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Echizen is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Okayama to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 84+ hotels available in Echizen.

Okayama to Echizen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Okayama to Echizen 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 Okayama to Kyōto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsuruga
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefu
3h 23m
Drive 305.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okayama to Echizen305.5 km
4h 54m
¥5,168–7,464
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Kyōto Station KarasumaguchiKyoto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to TsurugaThunderbird
5h 52m
¥6,950–8,550
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTOkayama to Osaka
2. Take the bus from Osaka Umeda to Takefu IC
7h 15m
¥7,100–9,400

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 326.1 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Okayama, Japan and Echizen, Japan?

You can take a train from Okayama to Takefu via Kyōto and Tsuruga in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Takefu IC via Osaka Station JR Express BT and Osaka Umeda in around 7h 15m.

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