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

The cheapest way to get from Tsu to Shiga is to drive which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tsu to Shiga is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥1300 - ¥2000.

Is there a direct train between Tsu and Shiga?

No, there is no direct train from Tsu to Shiga. However, there are services departing from Tsu and arriving at Otsu via Nagoya Station and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Tsu to Shiga?

The distance between Tsu and Shiga is 211 km. The road distance is 79.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tsu to Shiga without a car is to train via Nagoya which takes 1h 55m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Tsu to Shiga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsu to Shiga train from?

Tsu to Shiga train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Tsu station.

Train or bus from Tsu to Shiga?

The best way to get from Tsu to Shiga is to train via Nagoya which takes 1h 55m and costs ¥6500 - ¥11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3700 - ¥4700 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Tsu to Shiga train arrive?

Tsu to Shiga train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kintetsu-Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Tsu to Shiga?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsu to Shiga is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Tsu to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3087+ hotels available in Shiga.

Tsu to Shiga - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Tsu to Shiga by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Tsu to Kintetsu-NagoyaUrban Liner / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
1h 55m
¥6,497–10,859
Drive 79.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsu to Ōtsu79.5 km
1h 6m
¥1,354–1,956
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsu to Kyoto
2h 8m
¥3,700–4,700
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tsu to Ōtsu79.5 km
1h 6m
¥32,000–38,000
Train
1. Take the train from Tsu to Yamato-YagiUrban Liner / ...
2. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to KyōtoLimited Express / ...
2h 35m
¥4,957–6,802
Train #2
1. Take the train from Tsu to Kameyama(Mie)
2. Take the train from Kameyama(Mie) to Tsuge
3. Take the train from Tsuge to Kusatsu(Shiga)
3h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 211.5 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Tsu to Otsu via Kintetsu-Nagoya, Nagoya Station, and Kyōto in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, Mie Kotsu operates a bus from Tsu to Kyoto once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,600 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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