What is the cheapest way to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa?

The cheapest way to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa is to drive which costs ¥4500 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa?

The fastest way to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

Is there a direct train between Tottori and Lake Biwa?

No, there is no direct train from Tottori to Lake Biwa. However, there are services departing from Tottori and arriving at Otsu via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Tottori to Lake Biwa?

The distance between Tottori and Lake Biwa is 263 km. The road distance is 264.3 km.

How do I travel from Tottori to Lake Biwa without a car?

The best way to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000.

How long does it take to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tottori to Lake Biwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Tottori to Lake Biwa?

The best way to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs ¥7500 - ¥12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6000 - ¥7500 and takes 4h.

Where does the Tottori to Lake Biwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tottori to Lake Biwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Tottori to Lake Biwa is 264 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Tottori to Lake Biwa.

Where can I stay near Lake Biwa?

There are 207+ hotels available in Lake Biwa.

Tottori to Lake Biwa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Tottori to Lake Biwa by train, bus, car, or plane

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
3h 11m
¥7,751–11,214
Drive 264.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tottori to Shiga264.3 km
3h 54m
¥4,541–6,559
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tottori to Osaka Airport
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
4h
¥6,000–7,300
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Tottori to Toyooka
2. Fly from Tajima Airport (TJH) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)TJH - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
4h 23m
¥21,151–29,190
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
3h 11m
¥10,478–16,339

Tajima Airport (TJH) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

14Weekly Planes

35 minAverage Duration

¥13,600Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 262.9 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Tottori, Japan and Lake Biwa, Shiga, Japan?

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Tottori to Kyōto twice daily. Tickets cost ¥6,500–9,500 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tottori to Otsu via Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Kyōto in around 4h.

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