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

The cheapest way to get from Gunma to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gunma to Kyoto is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥12000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Gunma and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Gunma to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from 高崎駅東口 and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Gunma and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Gunma to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Takasaki and arriving at Kyōto via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Gunma to Kyoto?

The distance between Gunma and Kyoto is 581 km. The road distance is 425.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gunma to Kyoto without a car is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥12000 - ¥22000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Gunma to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gunma to Kyoto bus from?

Gunma to Kyoto bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus, depart from 高崎駅東口 station.

Where do I catch the Gunma to Kyoto train from?

Gunma to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Takasaki station.

Train or bus from Gunma to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Gunma to Kyoto is to train via Tokyo which takes 3h 8m and costs ¥12000 - ¥22000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥11000 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Gunma to Kyoto bus arrive?

Gunma to Kyoto bus services, operated by Nippon Chuo Bus, arrive at 京都駅八条口 station.

Where does the Gunma to Kyoto train arrive?

Gunma to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Gunma to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Gunma to Kyoto is 425 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Gunma to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3130+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Gunma to Kyoto - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Gunma to Kyoto by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Tokyo
best
1. Take the train from Takasaki to Tōkyō StationHakutaka / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
3h 8m
¥12,596–21,710
Drive 425.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Takasaki to Kyoto425.2 km
6h 18m
¥7,239–10,456
Bus
1. Take the bus from 高崎駅東口 to 京都駅八条口高速バスシルクライナー(高崎経由)
8h 50m
¥7,430–10,730
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Takasaki to KaruizawaHakutaka / ...
2. Take the night bus from Karuizawa Station to Kyoto Station Hachijo gateChikumagawa Liner
11h 8m
¥7,753–15,274
Train
1. Take the train from Takasaki to TsurugaHakutaka
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to KyōtoThunderbird
4h 28m
¥14,540–20,026
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Kuki to Shinagawa
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)HND - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
5h 29m
¥14,692–36,628
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Kuki to Shinagawa
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)HND - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
5h 32m
¥15,992–27,488
Train, train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tatebayashi to Kita-Senju
2. Take the train from Nippori to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3
3. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)NRT - ITM
4. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
5h 27m
¥19,069–46,768
Train, train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe
1. Take the train from Tatebayashi to Kita-Senju
2. Take the train from Kita-Senju to Takahama
3. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)IBR - UKB
4. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
6h 36m
¥19,499–58,268

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

¥11,516Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 580.9 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Takasaki to Kyōto via Tōkyō Station in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, Nippon Chuo Bus operates a bus from 高崎駅東口 to 京都駅八条口 once daily. Tickets cost ¥7,000–11,000 and the journey takes 8h 37m.

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