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 - ¥3700 and takes 1h 50m.

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 50m and costs ¥2500 - ¥3700.

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 149.4 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 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Seto to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3111+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Seto to Kyoto - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Seto to Kyoto by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kōzōji to NagoyaCF: Chūō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
1h 21m
Drive 149.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Seto to Kyoto149.4 km
1h 50m
¥2,515–3,633

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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