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

The cheapest way to get from Shimane to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥5000 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimane to Kyoto is to fly and bus which takes 2h 2m and costs ¥29000 - ¥33000.

How far is it from Shimane to Kyoto?

The distance between Shimane and Kyoto is 293 km. The road distance is 313.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimane to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000.

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

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

Train or bus from Shimane to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Shimane to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs ¥12000 - ¥18000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4400 - ¥12000 and takes 5h 49m.

Can I drive from Shimane to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimane to Kyoto is 313 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Shimane to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3137+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Shimane to Kyoto - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Shimane to Kyoto by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane IZO - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2h 2m
¥29,407–32,308
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matsue Sta. to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus Izumo Express Osaka Kyoto
5h 49m
¥4,440–11,939
Train
1. Take the train from Matsue to Okayamatrain [186836] Ltd. Exp Yakumo 14 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
3h 57m
¥12,134–17,932
Drive 313.4 km
1. Drive from Matsue to Kyotocar 313.4 km
4h 28m
¥5,380–7,770
Fly to Komaki Airport, train
1. Fly from Izumo Airport (IZO) to Komaki Airport (NKM)plane IZO - NKM
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain
2h 30m
¥23,377–40,338

Izumo Airport (IZO) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

28Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

¥25,467Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 293 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a vehicle from Matsue to Kyōto via Matsue and Okayama in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, JR Bus Chugoku operates a bus from Matsue Sta. to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi twice daily. Tickets cost ¥2,800–10,000 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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