Hikone to Gifu by bus
Gifu lies 50 km (31 mi) north-east of Hikone, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 1 h 9 min including stops, over roughly 61 km (38 mi) of road.
| Hikone | Gifu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 113,647 | 402,557 |
| Elevation | 95 m (312 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book buses from Hikone to Gifu
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Staying in Gifu
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Gifu. Of the 41 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (24), and 2 are five-star. Across 30 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 14,230 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Gifu from Hikone?
50 km (31 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Hikone; by road roughly 61 km (38 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hikone to Gifu by bus?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hikone and Gifu?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Gifu?
Our booking partner lists 59 places to stay in Gifu, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.