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

The cheapest way to get from Tsu to Shiga is to train which costs ¥1300 - ¥2000 and takes 3h 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 11m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

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 Zeze via Nagoya and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Tsu to Shiga?

The distance between Tsu and Shiga is 213 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 2h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 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 2h and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 - ¥2950 and takes 2h 13m.

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 11m to drive from Tsu to Shiga.

Where can I stay near Shiga?

There are 3700+ hotels available in Shiga.

Tsu to Shiga - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 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-Nagoyatrain Urban Liner / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2h
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tsu to Kameyama(Mie)train
2. Take the train from Kameyama(Mie) to Tsugetrain
3. Take the train from Tsuge to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
3h 6m
¥1,363–1,995
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsu to Kyotobus
2h 13m
¥2,820–2,910
Drive 79.5 km
1. Drive from Tsu to Ōtsucar 79.5 km
1h 11m
¥1,402–2,025
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tsu to Ōtsutaxi 79.5 km
1h 11m
¥32,000–38,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 212.7 km
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Tsu to Zeze via Kintetsu-Nagoya, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Kyōto in around 2h. 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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