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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Japan is to night bus which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Japan is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Japan?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Japan station. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Tōkyō Station via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Shiga to Japan?

The distance between Shiga and Japan is 486 km. The road distance is 444.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Japan without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Shiga to Japan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Japan train from?

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

Train or bus from Shiga to Japan?

The best way to get from Shiga to Japan is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥12000 - ¥19000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4300 - ¥15000 and takes 9h.

Where does the Shiga to Japan train arrive?

Shiga to Japan train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Shiga to Japan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Japan is 445 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Shiga to Japan.

Where can I stay near Japan?

There are 3931+ hotels available in Japan.

Shiga to Japan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Shiga to Japan by train, bus, night 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 Kyōto to Tōkyō Stationtrain Nozomi
2h 38m
¥12,119–18,086
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exitbus
9h
¥4,319–14,086
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Ōtsu Station to Keisei-Uenonightbus Kyoto
6h 44m
¥6,085–8,720
Drive 444.6 km
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Tokyocar 444.6 km
4h 42m
¥7,726–11,160

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 486.1 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Shiga, Japan and Japan?

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Kyōto to Tōkyō Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥11,000–16,000 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 51m.

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