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Kyoto to Tokyo trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Kyoto and Tokyo takes 2h 53m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Kyoto to Tokyo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 53m
Duration
480 km
Distance
On demand
Frequency

Kyoto to Tokyo train times

Trains run on demand between Kyoto and Tokyo. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 53m.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 479.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Tokyo, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Station every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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