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

The cheapest way to get from Namba to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥850 - ¥1300 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Namba to Kyoto is to subway and train which takes 27 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Namba and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Namba station to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Nanba Station, Osaka and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Osaka Airport and Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Namba and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Osaka-Namba and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Namba to Kyoto?

The distance between Namba and Kyoto is 47 km. The road distance is 52.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Namba to Kyoto without a car is to subway and train which takes 27 min and costs ¥1900 - ¥4300.

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

It takes approximately 27 min to get from Namba to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Namba to Kyoto bus from?

Namba to Kyoto bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nanba Station, Osaka.

Where do I catch the Namba to Kyoto train from?

Namba to Kyoto train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Namba station.

Train or bus from Namba to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Namba to Kyoto is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs ¥1900 - ¥2400. Alternatively, you can train via Tennoji, which costs ¥2300 - ¥3500 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Namba to Kyoto bus arrive?

Namba to Kyoto bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Namba to Kyoto train arrive?

Namba to Kyoto train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Namba to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Namba to Kyoto is 52 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Namba to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3139+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Namba to Kyoto - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Namba to Kyoto by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Namba to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway Midosuji
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
27 min
¥1,930–4,269
Drive 52.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Namba to Kyotocar 52.4 km
52 min
¥898–1,297
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus N
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
1h 50m
¥1,952–2,344
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Namba to Kyototaxi 52.4 km
52 min
¥19,000–24,000
Train via Tennoji
1. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
57 min
¥2,302–3,436
Train
1. Take the train from Osaka-Namba to Kyōtotrain AONIYOSHI Sightseeing Limited Express
1h 24m
¥2,000–2,400

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 47.4 km
Duration: 27 min

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

You can take a bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Shiokoji Takakura in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Tennōji to Kyōto every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥2,100–3,200 and the journey takes 45 min.

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