Nagoya to Hikone by train
Hikone lies 60 km (37 mi) west of Nagoya, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 20 min at the speeds typical of Japan rail, over roughly 73 km (46 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nagoya | Hikone | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 2.3 million | 113,647 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 95 m (312 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Stations on record | Nagoya Station, Ōzone Station, Chikusa Station | Minami-Hikone Station, Kawase Station, Inae Station |
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Common questions
How far is Hikone from Nagoya?
60 km (37 mi) in a straight line, west of Nagoya; by road roughly 73 km (46 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nagoya to Hikone by train?
About 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nagoya and Hikone?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.