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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Okazaki is to drive which costs ¥2400 - ¥3600 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Okazaki is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Okazaki?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Okazaki. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Higashi Okazaki via Kyōto and Meitetsu Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Shiga to Okazaki?

The distance between Shiga and Okazaki is 183 km. The road distance is 140 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Okazaki without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs ¥6000 - ¥9500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Shiga to Okazaki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Okazaki train from?

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

Where does the Shiga to Okazaki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiga to Okazaki?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Okazaki is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Shiga to Okazaki.

Where can I stay near Okazaki?

There are 138+ hotels available in Okazaki.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shiga to Okazaki 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
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Meitetsu Nagoya to Higashi Okazakitrain Limited Express / ...
1h 42m
¥6,169–9,386
Drive 140 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Okazakicar 140 km
1h 47m
¥2,427–3,506
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the bus from Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit to Tomei Okazakibus
2h 45m
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Otsu to Maibaratrain [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Maibara to Okazakitrain [19193] JR Tokaido Line New Rapid Train / ...
4h 2m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shiga to Okazaki.

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Distance: 183.5 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Otsu to Higashi Okazaki via Kyōto, Nagoya Station, and Meitetsu Nagoya in around 1h 42m.

Train operators

Bus operators

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