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

The cheapest way to get from Okazaki to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Okazaki to Echizen is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4200.

Is there a direct bus between Okazaki and Echizen?

No, there is no direct bus from Okazaki to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Tomei Okazaki and arriving at Takefu via Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Okazaki and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Okazaki to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Higashi Okazaki and arriving at Takefu via Nagoya Station, Maibara and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Okazaki to Echizen?

The distance between Okazaki and Echizen is 187 km. The road distance is 167.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Okazaki to Echizen without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Okazaki to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Okazaki to Echizen bus from?

Okazaki to Echizen bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tomei Okazaki station.

Where do I catch the Okazaki to Echizen train from?

Okazaki to Echizen train services, operated by Meitetsu Nagoya Railroad, depart from Higashi Okazaki station.

Train or bus from Okazaki to Echizen?

The best way to get from Okazaki to Echizen is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3950 - ¥4100 and takes 4h.

Where does the Okazaki to Echizen bus arrive?

Okazaki to Echizen bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Okazaki to Echizen train arrive?

Okazaki to Echizen train services, operated by Meitetsu Nagoya Railroad, arrive at Meitetsu Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Okazaki to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Okazaki to Echizen is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Okazaki to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 96+ hotels available in Echizen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Okazaki 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 Higashi Okazaki to Meitetsu Nagoyatrain
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Maibaratrain
3. Take the train from Maibara to Tsurugatrain
4. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain
3h 29m
Drive 167.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Okazaki to Echizencar 167.5 km
2h 35m
¥2,909–4,202
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Takefubus
4h
¥3,972–4,062
Bus via Tomei Okazaki
1. Take the bus from Tomei Okazaki to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Takefubus
4h 19m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Okazaki to Echizen.

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Distance: 186.5 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Higashi Okazaki to Takefu via Meitetsu Nagoya, Nagoya Station, Maibara, and Tsuruga in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Takefu every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥3,300 and the journey takes 2h 27m.

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