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

The cheapest way to get from Shiga to Tsu is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiga to Tsu is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Shiga and Tsu?

No, there is no direct train from Shiga to Tsu. However, there are services departing from Otsu and arriving at Tsu via Kyōto and Kintetsu-Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Shiga to Tsu?

The distance between Shiga and Tsu is 211 km. The road distance is 80.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shiga to Tsu without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥6000 - ¥11000.

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

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

Where do I catch the Shiga to Tsu train from?

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

Train or bus from Shiga to Tsu?

The best way to get from Shiga to Tsu is to train via Nagoya which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥6000 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥4700 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Shiga to Tsu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shiga to Tsu?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiga to Tsu is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Shiga to Tsu.

Where can I stay near Tsu?

There are 85+ hotels available in Tsu.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shiga to Tsu 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 Kintetsu-Nagoya to TsuUrban Liner / ...
2h 2m
¥6,469–10,886
Drive 80.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Tsu80.8 km
1h 5m
¥1,377–1,988
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto to Tsu
3h 3m
¥3,719–4,686
Train
1. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Tsuge[25886] JR Kusatsu
2. Take the train from Tsuge to Kameyama(Mie)[24982] Jr Kansai
3h 23m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 211.5 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Otsu to Tsu via Kyōto, Nagoya Station, and Kintetsu-Nagoya in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, Mie Kotsu operates a bus from Kyoto to Tsu once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,600 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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