What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3700 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥5500 - ¥9000.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Fukui-shi?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Fukui-shi. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Fukui via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Fukui-shi?

The distance between Kyoto and Fukui-shi is 159 km. The road distance is 149.9 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Fukui-shi without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs ¥5500 - ¥9000.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Fukui-shi train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Fukui-shi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Fukui-shi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Fukui-shi is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Kyoto to Fukui-shi.

Where can I stay near Fukui-shi?

There are 148+ hotels available in Fukui-shi.

Kyoto to Fukui-shi - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Fukui-shi by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to TsurugaThunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to FukuiTsurugi / ...
1h 34m
¥5,936–8,859
Drive 149.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Fukui-shi149.9 km
2h 27m
¥2,554–3,689
Train via Fukui
1. Take the train from Kyōto to TsurugaThunderbird
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Fukui[28960] Hapi-Line Fukui
2h 25m

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Distance: 158.7 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Fukui-shi, Japan?

You can take a train from Kyōto to Fukui via Tsuruga in around 1h 34m.

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