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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Naruto is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4400 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Naruto is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4400.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Naruto?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Naruto. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Naruto(Tokushima) via Kyōto, Okayama, Takamatsu(Kagawa) and Ikenotani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Shiga to Naruto?

The distance between Shiga and Naruto is 183 km. The road distance is 177 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Naruto without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 56m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Shiga to Naruto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Naruto train from?

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

Train or bus from Shiga to Naruto?

The best way to get from Shiga to Naruto is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs ¥10000 - ¥18000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Shiga to Naruto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiga to Naruto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Naruto is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Shiga to Naruto.

Where can I stay near Naruto?

There are 187+ hotels available in Naruto.

Shiga to Naruto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Shiga to Naruto 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Kōbe StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the bus from Shin-Kobe Station to Kousoku NarutoAwa Express Kobe
2h 56m
¥7,719–10,486
Drive 177 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Naruto177 km
2h 23m
¥2,993–4,323
Train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Okayama
2. Take the train from Okayama to Takamatsu(Kagawa)
3. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Ikenotani
5h 7m
¥10,119–17,486
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kosoku NarutoAwa Express Kyoto
3h 43m
¥5,419–6,386
Bus via Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Highway Naruto
5h 27m
¥5,819–6,986

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 182.5 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Otsu to Naruto(Tokushima) via Kyōto, Okayama, Takamatsu(Kagawa), and Ikenotani in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kosoku Naruto every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,300 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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