What is the cheapest way to get from Tsuruga to Uji?

The cheapest way to get from Tsuruga to Uji is to drive which costs ¥1700 - ¥2500 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tsuruga to Uji?

The fastest way to get from Tsuruga to Uji is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2500.

Is there a direct train between Tsuruga and Uji?

No, there is no direct train from Tsuruga to Uji. However, there are services departing from Tsuruga and arriving at Uji via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Tsuruga to Uji?

The distance between Tsuruga and Uji is 109 km. The road distance is 100 km.

How do I travel from Tsuruga to Uji without a car?

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Uji without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tsuruga to Uji?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Tsuruga to Uji, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tsuruga to Uji train from?

Tsuruga to Uji train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Tsuruga station.

Train or bus from Tsuruga to Uji?

The best way to get from Tsuruga to Uji is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2300 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Tsuruga to Uji train arrive?

Tsuruga to Uji train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tsuruga to Uji?

Yes, the driving distance between Tsuruga to Uji is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Tsuruga to Uji.

Where can I stay near Uji?

There are 3352+ hotels available in Uji.

Tsuruga to Uji - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tsuruga to Uji 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
best
1. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Ujitrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 25m
Drive 100 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tsuruga to Ujicar 100 km
1h 50m
¥1,699–2,454
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tsuruga IC to Fukakusabus
2h 19m
¥2,331–3,212
Train via Yamashina
1. Take the train from Tsuruga to Yamashinatrain B: Special Rapid Service / ...
2h 7m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 109.4 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Tsuruga, Japan and Uji, Japan?

You can take a train from Tsuruga to Uji via Kyōto in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Tsuruga IC to Fukakusa twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,000–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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