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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Takayama to Shiga Highlands

Composite routes from Takayama to Shiga Highlands

Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
187 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 57 min
128 km.
from $239.46
6 h 5 min
Bus, Train
128 km.
from $71.80
8 h 8 min
128 km.
from $100.54

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Toyama to Iiyama
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$33.03–$50.81

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Takayama to Toyama
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.60–$30.49
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.51–$25.41

Japan Railways (JR)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/index.html
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.26–$11.43

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.16

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Takayama Nohi Bus Center to Matsumoto
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$49.54
Bus from Kamikochi BT to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.26

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Nagano to Hasuike
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.16–$17.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands?

The cheapest way to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands is to drive which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands?

The fastest way to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Takayama and Shiga Highlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Takayama to Shiga Highlands. However, there are services departing from Furui Machinami-guchi and arriving at Hasuike via Hirayu Onsen, Kamikochi BT and Nagano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Takayama to Shiga Highlands?

The distance between Takayama and Shiga Highlands is 261 km. The road distance is 187.2 km.

How do I travel from Takayama to Shiga Highlands without a car?

The best way to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $141.30 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Takayama to Shiga Highlands bus from?

Takayama to Shiga Highlands bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Kamikochi BT station.

Train or bus from Takayama to Shiga Highlands?

The best way to get from Takayama to Shiga Highlands is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $141.30 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $81.52 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Takayama to Shiga Highlands bus arrive?

Takayama to Shiga Highlands bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Nagano station.

Can I drive from Takayama to Shiga Highlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Takayama to Shiga Highlands is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Takayama to Shiga Highlands.

Where can I stay near Shiga Highlands?

There are 253+ hotels available in Shiga Highlands. Prices start at $41.60 per night.
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