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

The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥3500 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okayama to Shiga is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct train between Okayama and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Okayama to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Okayama and arriving at Otsu via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Okayama to Shiga?

The distance between Okayama and Shiga is 207 km. The road distance is 208.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Okayama to Shiga without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Okayama to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okayama to Shiga train from?

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

Where does the Okayama to Shiga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Okayama to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Okayama to Shiga is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Okayama to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3066+ hotels available in Shiga.

Okayama to Shiga - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Okayama 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 Okayama to KyōtoNozomi
1h 12m
¥6,790–10,253
Drive 208.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okayama to Ōtsu208.4 km
2h 54m
¥3,560–5,143
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Okayama Station West Exit to Osaka Station JR Express BTOkayama to Osaka
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to KyōtoA: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
4h
¥6,300–8,400

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Okayama to Shiga.

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Distance: 207.1 km
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Okayama to Kyōto every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥5,500–8,500 and the journey takes 58 min.

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