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

The cheapest way to get from Tottori to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥3300 - ¥4900 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tottori to Kyoto is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct bus between Tottori and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Tottori to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Tottori and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Osaka Airport and Karasuma Nanajo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Tottori and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tottori and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Tottori to Kyoto?

The distance between Tottori and Kyoto is 252 km. The road distance is 199.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tottori to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500.

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

The train from Tottori to Kyōto takes 2h 57m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Tottori to Kyoto bus from?

Tottori to Kyoto bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, depart from Tottori station.

Where do I catch the Tottori to Kyoto train from?

Tottori to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Tottori station.

Train or bus from Tottori to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Tottori to Kyoto is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5100 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Tottori to Kyoto bus arrive?

Tottori to Kyoto bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, arrive at Osaka Airport station.

Where does the Tottori to Kyoto train arrive?

Tottori to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tottori to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Tottori to Kyoto is 199 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Tottori to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3107+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tottori to Kyoto by train, 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 Tottori to KyōtoSuper Hakuto
2h 57m
¥6,500–9,500
Drive 199.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tottori to Kyoto199.3 km
3h 23m
¥3,360–4,853
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tottori to Osaka Airport
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
3h 57m
¥5,130–5,430
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Tottori to Toyooka
2. Fly from Tajima Airport (TJH) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)TJH - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
4h 9m
¥23,051–27,090
Train via Himeji
1. Take the train from Tottori to Himeji
2. Take the train from Himeji to Shin-Kōbe Station
3. Take the train from Shin-Kōbe Station to Kyōto
2h 57m
¥9,378–14,239

Tajima Airport (TJH) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

14Weekly Planes

35 minAverage Duration

¥16,635Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 252.5 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Japan Railways Limited Express operates a train from Tottori to Kyōto twice daily. Tickets cost ¥6,500–9,500 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tottori to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Karasuma Nanajo in around 3h 57m.

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