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

The cheapest way to get from Seto to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2500 - ¥3800 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seto to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3800.

Is there a direct train between Seto and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Seto to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Setoshi and arriving at Kyōto via Kōzōji and Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Seto to Kyoto?

The distance between Seto and Kyoto is 166 km. The road distance is 149.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Seto to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Seto to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seto to Kyoto train from?

Seto to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kōzōji station.

Where does the Seto to Kyoto train arrive?

Seto to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Seto to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Seto to Kyoto is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Seto to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3705+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Seto to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Seto to Kyoto by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kōzōji to Nagoyatrain CF: Chūō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
1h 21m
Drive 149.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Seto to Kyotocar 149.5 km
1h 54m
¥2,588–3,738
Train via Shiokoji Takakura
1. Take the train from Kōzōji to Nagoyatrain CF: Chūō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 48m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 165.7 km
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a train from Setoshi to Kyōto via Kōzōji and Nagoya Station in around 1h 21m.

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