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

The cheapest way to get from Sumoto to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sumoto to Kyoto is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

How far is it from Sumoto to Kyoto?

The distance between Sumoto and Kyoto is 140 km. The road distance is 137.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sumoto to Kyoto without a car is to bus and train via Kobe which takes 2h 18m and costs ¥5000 - ¥7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Sumoto to Kyoto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sumoto to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sumoto to Kyoto is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Sumoto to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3136+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Sumoto to Kyoto by 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.

Bus, train via Kobe
best
1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Sannomiya BTbus
2. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi
2h 18m
¥5,080–6,900
Drive 137.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sumoto to Kyotocar 137.1 km
2h 6m
¥2,345–3,387
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Sannomiya BTbus
2. Take the train from Sannomiya to Kyōtotrain A: Special Rapid Service
2h 33m
¥4,390–5,490

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.2 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Sumoto, Hyōgo, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

There is no direct connection from Sumoto to Kyoto. However, you can take the bus to Sannomiya BT, walk to Sannomiya(Subway), take the subway to Shin-Kobe Station, walk to Shin-Kōbe Station, then take the train to Kyōto. Alternatively, you can drive from Sumoto to Kyoto in around 2h 6m.

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