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

The cheapest way to get from Shimada to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥4400 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimada to Kyoto is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs ¥4400 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct train between Shimada and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Shimada to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Shimada and arriving at Kyōto via Hamamatsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Shimada to Kyoto?

The distance between Shimada and Kyoto is 287 km. The road distance is 262.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimada to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Shimada to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimada to Kyoto train from?

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

Where does the Shimada to Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shimada to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimada to Kyoto is 262 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Shimada to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3114+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Shimada to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shimada to Kyoto by train, bus, or car

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 Shimada to HamamatsuCA: Tōkaidō Line Local / ...
2. Take the train from Hamamatsu to KyōtoKodama / ...
2h 55m
Drive 262.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimada to Kyoto262.5 km
3h 3m
¥4,487–6,481
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tomei Yaizu to Nagoya Station Shinkansen Exit
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to KyōtoNozomi / ...
5h 2m
¥7,772–10,402

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 286.7 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Shimada to Kyōto via Hamamatsu in around 2h 55m.

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