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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Honshū Island to Kyoto

Composite routes from Honshū Island to Kyoto

Cheapest
3 h 56 min
Car
304 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Nagoya Station to Kyōto
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$49.54

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Matsumoto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$38.11–$53.36
Train from Sannomiya to Kyōto
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Sannomiya to Kyōto
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes

Airlines

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Matsumoto Airport to Kobe
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.25–$241.37

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Fukakusa
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto is to drive which costs $32.61 - $47.83 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto is to fly and train which takes 2h 43m and costs $97.83 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct train between Honshū Island and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Honshū Island to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto and arriving at Kyōto via Nagoya Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Honshū Island to Kyoto?

The distance between Honshū Island and Kyoto is 321 km. The road distance is 317 km.

How do I travel from Honshū Island to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Honshū Island to Kyoto train from?

Honshū Island to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, depart from Matsumoto station.

Train, bus or fly from Honshū Island to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Honshū Island to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 11m. There are no good options to fly between Honshū Island to Kyoto.

Where does the Honshū Island to Kyoto train arrive?

Honshū Island to Kyoto train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Nagoya station.

Can I drive from Honshū Island to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Honshū Island to Kyoto is 317 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Honshū Island to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 2835+ hotels available in Kyoto. Prices start at $26.72 per night.
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