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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Maniwa is to bus which costs ¥3600 - ¥3900 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Maniwa is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs ¥3700 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Maniwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Maniwa. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Maniwa Shiyakusho via Okayama Sta.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Maniwa?

The distance between Kyoto and Maniwa is 277 km. The road distance is 217.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Maniwa without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Kyoto to Maniwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Maniwa bus from?

Kyoto to Maniwa bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Maniwa?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Maniwa is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs ¥3600 - ¥3900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥4000 - ¥6000 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Kyoto to Maniwa bus arrive?

Kyoto to Maniwa bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Maniwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Maniwa is 217 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Kyoto to Maniwa.

Where can I stay near Maniwa?

There are 53+ hotels available in Maniwa.

Kyoto to Maniwa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kyoto to Maniwa 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Okayamatrain Sakura / ...
2. Take the bus from Okayama Sta. to Maniwa Shiyakushobus 岡山⇔真庭方面(落合・久世・勝山)
4h 15m
¥4,222–6,063
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tsuyama Stationbus
5h 53m
¥3,680–3,880
Train, bus via Akashi
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nishi-Akashitrain
2. Take the train from Nishi Akashi to Okayamatrain
3. Take the bus from Okayama Sta. to Maniwa Shiyakushobus
5h 29m
Drive 217.4 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Maniwacar 217.4 km
3h 6m
¥3,793–5,478
Bus via Okayama
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Okayamabus Kyoto
2. Take the bus from Okayama Sta. to Maniwa Shiyakushobus 岡山⇔真庭方面(落合・久世・勝山)
6h 6m
¥5,250–6,250
Train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Sayotrain
2. Take the train from Sayo to Tsuyamatrain
3. Take the train from Tsuyama to Chugokukatsuyamatrain
7h 10m
¥4,086–5,786

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277.4 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

West Japan JR Bus operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tsuyama Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,280 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kyōto to Maniwashiyakusho via Sayo, Tsuyama, Chugokukatsuyama, and Chugokukatsuyamaeki in around 7h 10m.

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