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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Seto is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3700 and takes 1h 50m.

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 1h 50m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

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 Kyōto and arriving at Setoshi via Nagoya and Kozoji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Seto?

The distance between Kyoto and Seto is 166 km. The road distance is 149.3 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 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Kyoto to Seto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Seto train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Seto train arrive?

Kyoto to Seto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, 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 1h 50m to drive from Kyoto to Seto.

Where can I stay near Seto?

There are 744+ hotels available in Seto.

Kyoto to Seto - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Kyoto to Seto by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya StationNozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to KōzōjiCF: Chūō Line Local / ...
1h 27m
Drive 149.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Seto149.3 km
1h 50m
¥2,542–3,672

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Distance: 165.7 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Setoshi via Nagoya and Kozoji in around 1h 27m.

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