Tokyo to Kyoto

When you want to get from Tokyo to Kyoto, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

• Flight
• Bus
• Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about JPY 17,030. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as JPY 2,816.

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Tokyo to Kyoto. Your trip will be a total of 290 miles (466 km). The flying distance is 282 miles (453 km).

The travel time from Tokyo to Kyoto can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 10 hours.

The cost of the trip from Tokyo to Kyoto varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Grace Liner GR2 (グレース観光株式会社): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as JPY 2,816 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a train - a one-way train ticket can cost as much as JPY 17,030.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Tokyo to Kyoto:

• Bus tickets - JPY 2,772 to JPY 6,600;
• flight+train price: JPY 11,220 - JPY 11,220. From Tokyo to Kyoto starting from 06:45 Kansai International Airport until 12:45 Kansai International Airport
• Train tickets - JPY 14,916 to JPY 17,028;

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

• 2 by flight+train from Tokyo to Kyoto starting from 06:45 Kansai International Airport until 12:45 Kansai International Airport
• Buses start plying the route from 08:40 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:45. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
• Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Buses

Taking a bus from Tokyo to Kyoto is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

• If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
• As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
• While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Tokyo to Kyoto? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

• 100% decided to go for a bus.