What is the cheapest way to get from Echizen to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Echizen to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3300 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Echizen to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Echizen to Kyoto is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct train between Echizen and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Echizen to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Takefu and arriving at Kyōto via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Echizen to Kyoto?

The distance between Echizen and Kyoto is 129 km. The road distance is 131.3 km.

How do I travel from Echizen to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Echizen to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Echizen to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Echizen to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Echizen to Kyoto train from?

Echizen to Kyoto train services, operated by Hapi-Line Fukui, depart from Takefu station.

Train or bus from Echizen to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Echizen to Kyoto is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4200 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Echizen to Kyoto train arrive?

Echizen to Kyoto train services, operated by Hapi-Line Fukui, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Echizen to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Echizen to Kyoto is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Echizen to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3130+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Echizen to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Echizen to Kyoto by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Takefu to Tsuruga[28983] Hapi-Line Fukui
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to KyōtoThunderbird
1h 53m
Drive 131.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Echizen to Kyoto131.3 km
2h 13m
¥2,236–3,229
Bus
1. Take the bus from Takefu IC to Fukakusa
2h 34m
¥2,998–4,151

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Echizen to Kyoto.

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Distance: 129.4 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a train from Takefu to Kyōto via Tsuruga in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Takefu IC to Fukakusa twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,700–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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