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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Seto is to bus which costs ¥2800 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Seto is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Seto?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto to Seto station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Chuo Entrance and arriving at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Seto?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Seto. However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Setoshi via Kyoto, Nagoya and Kozoji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Seto?

The distance between Kyoto and Seto is 169 km. The road distance is 149.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Seto without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Kyoto to Seto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Seto bus from?

Kyoto to Seto bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, depart from Kyoto Chuo Entrance station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Seto train from?

Kyoto to Seto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Seto?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Seto is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2800 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Kyoto to Seto bus arrive?

Kyoto to Seto bus services, operated by Meitetsu Bus, arrive at Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit.

Where does the Kyoto to Seto train arrive?

Kyoto to Seto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Seto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Seto is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Kyoto to Seto.

Where can I stay near Seto?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Seto.

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Seto by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kōzōjitrain CF: Chūō Line Local / ...
1h 45m
Drive 149.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Setocar 149.2 km
2h 2m
¥2,545–3,675
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Chuo Entrance to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exitbus
3h 4m
¥2,800

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Distance: 169.4 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a subway from Marutamachi to Setoshi via Kyoto, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Kozoji in around 1h 45m. Alternatively, Meitetsu Bus operates a bus from Kyoto Chuo Entrance to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥2,800 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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