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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Obama is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Obama is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Obama?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Obama. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Obama via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Shiga to Obama?

The distance between Shiga and Obama is 154 km. The road distance is 78.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Obama without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Shiga to Obama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Obama train from?

Shiga to Obama train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Shiga to Obama train arrive?

Shiga to Obama train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Shiga to Obama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Obama is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Shiga to Obama.

Where can I stay near Obama?

There are 22+ hotels available in Obama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shiga to Obama by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to TsurugaThunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Obama[29343] JR Obama / ...
3h 36m
Drive 78.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Obama78.4 km
1h 28m
¥1,326–1,915
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Higashimaizuru-eki
2. Take the train from Higashimaizuru to Obama[29333] JR Obama
4h 48m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōtsu to Obama78.4 km
1h 28m
¥27,000–33,000

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Distance: 154.1 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Shiga, Japan and Obama, Fukui, Japan?

You can take a train from Otsu to Obama via Kyōto and Tsuruga in around 3h 36m.

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