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

The cheapest way to get from Toyama to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Toyama to Shiga is to train via Kyōto which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000.

Is there a direct train between Toyama and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Toyama to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Toyama and arriving at Otsu via Tsuruga and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Toyama to Shiga?

The distance between Toyama and Shiga is 304 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Toyama to Shiga without a car is to train via Kyōto which takes 2h 58m and costs ¥9500 - ¥15000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Toyama to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Toyama to Shiga train from?

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

Where does the Toyama to Shiga train arrive?

Toyama to Shiga train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Toyama to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Toyama to Shiga is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Toyama to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3069+ hotels available in Shiga.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Toyama to Shiga 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 Kyōto
best
1. Take the train from Toyama to Tsurugatrain Tsurugi / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird
2h 58m
¥9,847–14,529
Drive 276.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Toyama to Ōtsucar 276.1 km
3h 36m
¥4,771–6,891
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Toyama to Meitetsu Bus Centerbus
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
4h 40m
¥8,800–14,400
Train
1. Take the train from Toyama to Tsurugatrain Tsurugi / ...
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Ōtsutrain A: Special Rapid Service
4h 5m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 304.2 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Toyama to Otsu via Tsuruga and Kyōto in around 2h 58m.

Train operators

Bus operators

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