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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Shimada is to drive which costs ¥4300 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Shimada is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥7000 - ¥10000.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Shimada?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Shimada. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Shimada via Kakegawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Shimada?

The distance between Kyoto and Shimada is 287 km. The road distance is 262.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Shimada without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs ¥7000 - ¥10000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Kyoto to Shimada, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Shimada train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Shimada train arrive?

Kyoto to Shimada train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kakegawa station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Shimada?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Shimada is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Kyoto to Shimada.

Where can I stay near Shimada?

There are 136+ hotels available in Shimada.

Kyoto to Shimada - 4 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Shimada by train, night 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
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Kakegawatrain Kodama
2h 30m
¥7,000–10,000
Drive 262.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Shimadacar 262.1 km
3h 3m
¥4,359–6,296
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Yaizunishinightbus
6h 22m
¥6,000–8,000
Train via Nagoya
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Stationtrain Nozomi / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kakegawatrain Kodama
2h 35m
¥8,711–12,976

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kyoto to Shimada.

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Distance: 286.6 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Kyōto to Kakegawa hourly. Tickets cost ¥7,000–10,000 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, Shizutetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Yaizunishi once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 5h 53m.

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