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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Hikone is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Hikone is to train and bus which takes 3h 18m and costs ¥8000 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Hikone?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Minamihikone via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Okayama to Hikone?

The distance between Okayama and Hikone is 256 km. The road distance is 258.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Hikone without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Okayama to Hikone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Hikone train from?

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

Where does the Okayama to Hikone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Hikone is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Okayama to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 180+ hotels available in Hikone.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Okayama to Hikone 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 Kyōtotrain Nozomi
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikonetrain [21747] Jr Biwako
2h 18m
Drive 258.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okayama to Hikonecar 258.4 km
3h 43m
¥4,393–6,345
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Okayama to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
2. Take the bus from Kyoto Chuo Entrance to Meishin Tagabus
3h 18m
¥8,290–10,753
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus Kyoto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikonetrain [21747] Jr Biwako
4h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Okayama to Hikone.

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Distance: 255.6 km
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Okayama to Minamihikone via Kyōto in around 2h 18m.

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