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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Yufuin is to drive which costs ¥11000 - ¥17000 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Yufuin is to fly and bus which takes 4h 47m and costs ¥18000 - ¥33000.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Yufuin?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Yufuin. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Yufuin BC via Beppu Station and Yufutozanguchi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Yufuin?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Yufuin. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Yufuin via Kokura and Oita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Yufuin?

The distance between Kyoto and Yufuin is 705 km. The road distance is 653.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Yufuin without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs ¥18000 - ¥26000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Kyoto to Yufuin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Yufuin bus from?

Kyoto to Yufuin bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Yufuin train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Yufuin?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Yufuin is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs ¥18000 - ¥26000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7500 - ¥15000 and takes 13h 43m.

Where does the Kyoto to Yufuin bus arrive?

Kyoto to Yufuin bus services, operated by Kintetsu Bus, arrive at Beppu Kitahama station.

Where does the Kyoto to Yufuin train arrive?

Kyoto to Yufuin train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kokura station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Yufuin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Yufuin is 654 km. It takes approximately 8h 34m to drive from Kyoto to Yufuin.

Where can I stay near Yufuin?

There are 609+ hotels available in Yufuin.

Kyoto to Yufuin - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kyoto to Yufuin by train, bus, car ferry, 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 Kokuratrain
2. Take the train from Kokura to Ōitatrain
3. Take the train from Oita to Yufuintrain
5h 52m
¥18,109–25,496
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Beppu Kitahamabus Sorin
13h 43m
¥7,740–14,740
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Osaka Nanko Cosmo to Beppucarferry
15h 57m
¥14,081–21,120
Drive 653.7 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Yufuincar 653.7 km
8h 34m
¥11,175–16,141
Fly Osaka International Airport to Oita Airport, bus
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Oita Airport (OIT)plane ITM - OIT
2. Take the bus from Oita Airport to Yufuin Stationbus
4h 47m
¥18,758–33,044
Fly Osaka International Airport to Fukuoka Airport, bus
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)plane ITM - FUK
2. Take the bus from Kosoku Kiyama to Yufuin-ekimae Bus Centerbus
5h 56m
¥14,108–38,344
Train to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, fly to Oita Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Nagoya Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Oita Airport (OIT)plane NGO - OIT
3. Take the bus from Oita Airport to Yufuin Stationbus
5h 47m
¥27,611–50,826
Fly Osaka International Airport to Aso Kumamoto Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Aso Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)plane ITM - KMJ
2. Take the train from Kumamoto to Kurumetrain
3. Take the train from Kurume to Yufuintrain
7h 40m
¥18,508–42,894

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Oita Airport (OIT) flights

49Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

¥8,393Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 704.7 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Yufuin via Kokura, Ōita, and Oita in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, Kintetsu Bus operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Beppu Kitahama once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,500–14,000 and the journey takes 11h 31m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.