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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Toyama is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Toyama is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Toyama?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Toyama. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Toyama via Kyōto and Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Shiga to Toyama?

The distance between Shiga and Toyama is 304 km. The road distance is 275.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Toyama without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Shiga to Toyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiga to Toyama train from?

Shiga to Toyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Shiga to Toyama train arrive?

Shiga to Toyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Shiga to Toyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Toyama is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Shiga to Toyama.

Where can I stay near Toyama?

There are 191+ hotels available in Toyama.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shiga to Toyama 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 Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Toyamatrain Tsurugi
3h 32m
Drive 275.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Toyamacar 275.6 km
3h 41m
¥4,783–6,909
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Toyama Shiyakusho Maebus
5h 34m
Train via Tsuruga
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Toyamatrain Kagayaki
3h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 304.2 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Otsu to Toyama via Kyōto and Tsuruga in around 3h 32m.

Train operators

Bus operators

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