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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥900 - ¥1400 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Shiga is to train via Kyōto which takes 27 min and costs ¥2800 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Osaka and Shiga?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shin-Ōsaka Station station and arriving at Ōtsu. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Osaka to Shiga?

The distance between Osaka and Shiga is 50 km. The road distance is 54.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Shiga without a car is to train via Kyōto which takes 27 min and costs ¥2800 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Osaka to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Osaka to Shiga train from?

Osaka to Shiga train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Where does the Osaka to Shiga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Shiga is 55 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Osaka to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3084+ hotels available in Shiga.

Osaka to Shiga - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Osaka to Shiga by train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Kyōto
best
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Otsutrain [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
27 min
¥2,878–6,044
Drive 54.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Osaka to Ōtsucar 54.8 km
56 min
¥946–1,367
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Ōtsutaxi 54.8 km
56 min
¥20,000–25,000
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Ōtsutrain Rakuraku Biwako / ...
46 min
¥2,000–3,100

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 49.6 km
Duration: 27 min

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

You can take a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Otsu via Kyōto in around 27 min.

Train operators

Other operators

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