What is the cheapest way to get from Tottori to Hikone?

The cheapest way to get from Tottori to Hikone is to drive which costs ¥4600 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tottori to Hikone?

The fastest way to get from Tottori to Hikone is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs ¥4600 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Tottori and Hikone?

No, there is no direct bus from Tottori to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Tottori and arriving at Meishin Taga via Osaka Airport and Kyoto Chuo Entrance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Tottori and Hikone?

No, there is no direct train from Tottori to Hikone. However, there are services departing from Tottori and arriving at Minamihikone via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Tottori to Hikone?

The distance between Tottori and Hikone is 311 km. The road distance is 273.7 km.

How do I travel from Tottori to Hikone without a car?

The best way to get from Tottori to Hikone without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tottori to Hikone?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Tottori to Hikone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tottori to Hikone bus from?

Tottori to Hikone bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, depart from Tottori station.

Where do I catch the Tottori to Hikone train from?

Tottori to Hikone train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Tottori station.

Train or bus from Tottori to Hikone?

The best way to get from Tottori to Hikone is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥7800 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Tottori to Hikone bus arrive?

Tottori to Hikone bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, arrive at Osaka Airport station.

Where does the Tottori to Hikone train arrive?

Tottori to Hikone train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tottori to Hikone?

Yes, the driving distance between Tottori to Hikone is 274 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Tottori to Hikone.

Where can I stay near Hikone?

There are 177+ hotels available in Hikone.

Tottori to Hikone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tottori to Hikone 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 Tottori to KyōtoSuper Hakuto
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikone[21747] Jr Biwako
4h 17m
Drive 273.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tottori to Hikone273.7 km
4h 1m
¥4,660–6,731
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tottori to Osaka Airport
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
3. Take the bus from Kyoto Chuo Entrance to Meishin Taga
6h 12m
¥7,500–7,800
Train via Himeji
1. Take the train from Tottori to Himeji
2. Take the train from Himeji to Shin-Kōbe Station
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
4. Take the train from Kyōto to Minamihikone
4h 17m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 311.4 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Tottori, Japan and Hikone, Japan?

You can take a train from Tottori to Minamihikone via Kyōto in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tottori to Meishin Taga via Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyoto Chuo Entrance in around 6h 12m.

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