The train between Tokyo and Kyoto takes 2h 17m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Tokyo to Kyoto. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run on demand between Tokyo and Kyoto. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Tokyo to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Tokyo station and arriving at Kyoto station via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Tokyo to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.
Tokyo to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.
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The distance between Tokyo and Kyoto is 371.3 km. The road distance is 476 km.
Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥11,000–16,000 and the journey takes 2h 17m.
