Cities Near Ōtsu
Cities near Ōtsu, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Kusatsu, Kyoto, Uji. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Ōtsu, Japan is Kusatsu, about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 20 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusatsu | 6 mi / 9 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kyoto | 7 mi / 11 km | 22 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Uji | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ōmihachiman | 16 mi / 25 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kameoka | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Takatsuki | 18 mi / 28 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nara | 22 mi / 35 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ueno-ebisumachi | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Daitōchō | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mino | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Ōtsu
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Kusatsu, Kyoto, Uji, Ōmihachiman, Kameoka. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Ōtsu include Kusatsu, Kyoto, Uji, Ōmihachiman, Kameoka. The closest is Kusatsu, about 6 miles (9 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.