What is the cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kusatsu?

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kusatsu is to drive which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakai to Kusatsu?

The fastest way to get from Sakai to Kusatsu is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.

Is there a direct train between Sakai and Kusatsu?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Kusatsu. However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Kusatsu(Shiga) via Dobutsuen-Mae, Shin-Ōsaka Station and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Sakai to Kusatsu?

The distance between Sakai and Kusatsu is 81 km. The road distance is 75.4 km.

How do I travel from Sakai to Kusatsu without a car?

The best way to get from Sakai to Kusatsu without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 17m and costs ¥3600 - ¥7000.

How long does it take to get from Sakai to Kusatsu?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Sakai to Kusatsu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Kusatsu train from?

Sakai to Kusatsu train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Dobutsuen-Mae station.

Where does the Sakai to Kusatsu train arrive?

Sakai to Kusatsu train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Sakai to Kusatsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai to Kusatsu is 75 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Sakai to Kusatsu.

Where can I stay near Kusatsu?

There are 3070+ hotels available in Kusatsu.

Sakai to Kusatsu - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, taxi, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Sakai to Kusatsu by subway, train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Dobutsuen-Mae to Shin-Ōsaka StationMidosuji
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)[21747] Jr Biwako / ...
1h 17m
¥3,620–7,007
Drive 75.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakai to Kusatsu75.4 km
1h 13m
¥1,288–1,861
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North TerminalN
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)
2h 24m
¥3,397–4,886
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakai to Kusatsu75.4 km
1h 13m
¥28,000–34,000
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Oshoji to Tennojiekimae
2. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōto
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Kusatsu(Shiga)
1h 57m
¥3,710–5,810

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 81.1 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Sakai, Ōsaka, Japan and Kusatsu, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Sakai to Kusatsu. However, you can take the train to Shin-Imamiya, walk to Dobutsuen-Mae, take the subway to Shin-Ōsaka Station, walk to Shin-Ōsaka Station, take the train to Kyōto, then take the train to Kusatsu(Shiga). Alternatively, you can take a train from Sakai to Kusatsu(Shiga) via Namba, Nanba Station, Osaka, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto in around 2h 24m.

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