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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto is to bus which costs ¥4000 - ¥11000 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kyoto?

The distance between Tokyo and Kyoto is 476 km. The road distance is 456.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000.

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

The train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kyoto bus from?

Tokyo to Kyoto bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kyoto train from?

Tokyo to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥11000 - ¥16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4000 - ¥11000 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kyoto bus arrive?

Tokyo to Kyoto bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Tokyo to Kyoto train arrive?

Tokyo to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kyoto is 457 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Tokyo to Kyoto.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto?

Book your Tokyo to Kyoto bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3134+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Tokyo to Kyoto - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Tokyo to Kyoto by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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 Tōkyō Station to Kyōtotrain Nozomi / ...
2h 17m
¥11,000–16,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 8m
¥4,000–11,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Minami Kusatsu Stationnightbus
7h 22m
Drive 456.9 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kyotocar 456.9 km
5h 1m
¥7,632–11,023
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3h 52m
¥12,690–33,214
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain
3h 55m
¥14,990–24,074
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Stationtrain
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 21m
¥18,805–46,891
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya Station to Kyōtotrain
4h 13m
¥18,640–33,114
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain
4h 41m
¥19,220–66,655
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Tokushima Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Tokushima Airport (TKS)plane HND - TKS
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Naruto to Shin-Kobe Stationbus
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōtotrain
5h 48m
¥24,190–55,214

Tokyo to Kyoto by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 8mAverage Duration

¥4,000Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 475.7 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Japan Railways Shinkansen operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyōto every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥11,000–16,000 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,000–7,500 and the journey takes 7h 8m. Willer Express also services this route once daily.

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