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

The cheapest way to get from Tottori to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥3800 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 13m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Tottori and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Tottori to Shiga. 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 Shiga?

The distance between Tottori and Shiga is 263 km. The road distance is 223.7 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Tottori to Shiga train from?

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

Train or bus from Tottori to Shiga?

The best way to get from Tottori to Shiga 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 Shiga train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tottori to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Tottori to Shiga is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Tottori to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 202+ hotels available in Shiga.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tottori to Shiga 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 223.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tottori to Ōtsu223.7 km
3h 13m
¥3,821–5,519
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

¥13,522Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.9 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Tottori, Japan and 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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