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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Takayama is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥6000 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Takayama is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥3800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Takayama?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Takayama via Kyōto and Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Shiga to Takayama?

The distance between Shiga and Takayama is 310 km. The road distance is 226.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Takayama without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥10000 - ¥16000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Shiga to Takayama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Takayama train from?

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

Train or bus from Shiga to Takayama?

The best way to get from Shiga to Takayama is to train via Nagoya which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥10000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥9500 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Shiga to Takayama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiga to Takayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Takayama is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Shiga to Takayama.

Where can I stay near Takayama?

There are 315+ hotels available in Takayama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shiga to Takayama 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 via Nagoya
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to TakayamaHida
4h 15m
¥10,119–15,086
Drive 226.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Takayama226.1 km
3h 21m
¥3,836–5,540
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate to Takayama Nouhi Bus TerminalTakayama
5h 21m
¥5,719–9,086
Train
1. Take the train from Kusatsu to TakayamaHida
4h 44m
¥7,159–10,628

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shiga to Takayama.

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Distance: 309.7 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Otsu to Takayama via Kyōto and Nagoya Station in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, Nouhi Bus operates a bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥4,600–7,000 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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