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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Echizen is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Echizen is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Echizen?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Echizen. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Takefu via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Echizen?

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

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Echizen without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Kyoto to Echizen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Echizen train from?

Kyoto to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Kyōto station.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Echizen?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Echizen is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3000 - ¥4300 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Kyoto to Echizen train arrive?

Kyoto to Echizen train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Echizen?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Echizen is 129 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Kyoto to Echizen.

Where can I stay near Echizen?

There are 84+ hotels available in Echizen.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Echizen 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 Kyōto to Tsurugatrain Thunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Takefutrain [28960] Hapi-Line Fukui
1h 56m
Drive 129 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Echizencar 129 km
2h 18m
¥2,209–3,191
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fukakusa to Takefu ICbus
3h 31m
¥3,030–4,271

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kyoto to Echizen.

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Distance: 129.4 km
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Takefu via Tsuruga in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, Keifuku Bus operates a bus from Fukakusa to Takefu IC twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,800–4,000 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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