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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Seba is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥7500 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Seba is to train and fly which takes 3h 1m and costs ¥20000 - ¥38000.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Seba?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Seba. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Seba via Nagoya and Shiojiri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Seba?

The distance between Kyoto and Seba is 311 km. The road distance is 294.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Seba without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs ¥9000 - ¥14000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Kyoto to Seba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Seba train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Seba train arrive?

Kyoto to Seba train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Nagoya Station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Seba?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Seba is 294 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Kyoto to Seba.

Where can I stay near Seba?

There are 273+ hotels available in Seba.

Kyoto to Seba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto to Seba by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to ShiojiriShinano
4h 33m
¥9,211–13,476
Drive 294.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Seba294.4 km
4h 10m
¥5,017–7,247
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the bus from Meitetsu Bus Center to Matsumoto Bus Terminal
6h 41m
¥8,051–13,476
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Kōbe Station
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ)UKB - MMJ
3h 1m
¥19,978–37,689
Train via Nakatsugawa
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Station
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Nakatsugawa
3. Take the train from Nakatsugawa to Seba
5h 1m

Kobe (UKB) to Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) flights

7Weekly Planes

1hAverage Duration

¥12,489Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 311 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Seba via Nagoya and Shiojiri in around 4h 33m.

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