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

The cheapest way to get from Sakurai to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1600 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sakurai to Kyoto is to drive which takes 59 min and costs ¥1100 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct train between Sakurai and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Sakurai to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Sakurai(Nara) and arriving at Kyōto via Yamato-Yagi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Sakurai to Kyoto?

The distance between Sakurai and Kyoto is 61 km. The road distance is 64.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakurai to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2300.

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

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

Where do I catch the Sakurai to Kyoto train from?

Sakurai to Kyoto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Yamato-Yagi station.

Where does the Sakurai to Kyoto train arrive?

Sakurai to Kyoto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Sakurai to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakurai to Kyoto is 65 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Sakurai to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3126+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Sakurai to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Sakurai to Kyoto by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to KyōtoLimited Express / ...
1h 27m
¥1,842–2,284
Drive 64.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sakurai to Kyoto64.8 km
59 min
¥1,104–1,595
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakurai to Kyoto64.8 km
59 min
¥24,000–29,000
Train via Nara
1. Take the train from Sakurai(Nara) to Nara[26566] JR Manyo Mahoroba / ...
2. Take the train from Nara to KyōtoD: Nara Line Local / ...
1h 42m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 60.6 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōto hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,600–2,000 and the journey takes 55 min.

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