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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Namba is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Namba is to train and subway which takes 29 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Namba?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Osaka-Namba. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Namba?

The distance between Kyoto and Namba is 47 km. The road distance is 52.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Namba without a car is to train and subway which takes 29 min and costs ¥2000 - ¥4300.

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

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Kyoto to Namba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Namba train from?

Kyoto to Namba train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Namba train arrive?

Kyoto to Namba train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Namba?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Namba is 52 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Kyoto to Namba.

Where can I stay near Namba?

There are 7875+ hotels available in Namba.

Kyoto to Namba - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto to Namba by train, subway, car, or taxi

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

Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nambasubway Midosuji
29 min
¥2,008–4,214
Drive 52.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Nambacar 52.4 km
51 min
¥895–1,293
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Nambataxi 52.4 km
51 min
¥19,000–24,000
Train via Tennōji
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Tennōjitrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
56 min
¥2,312–3,362
Train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Osaka-Nambatrain AONIYOSHI Sightseeing Limited Express
1h 21m
¥2,000–2,400

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 47.4 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Kyōto to Tennōji every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,100–3,200 and the journey takes 48 min.

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