Oct 27, 2023 · Kyoto is a popular destination from Tokyo, and there are many ways to make the trip. The bullet train (aka the Shinkansen) — our favorite way to travel — can get you there in under 2.5 hours; other budget options include cheap flights and highway buses. Kyoto is about 370 kilometers (225 miles) west of Tokyo.

There are 9 ways to get from Tokyo 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.

Tokyo and Kyoto are connected with each other by the JR Tokaido Shinkansen. Nozomi trains require about 140 minutes to reach Kyoto from Tokyo, Hikari trains about 160 minutes and Kodama trains about four hours.

The best way to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto is by Shinkansen high-speed train. Check Tokyo to Kyoto distance, timetable, ticket prices, and book online with us.

The best way to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto is the shinkansen (bullet train). The fastest type of shinkansen, called the Nozomi, takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes and costs Y13,080 for a one-way trip in an unreserved seat.

Aug 29, 2024 · How to get to Kyoto from Tokyo? With a distance of 445km (283 miles) separating the two, you have plenty of options to choose from. The fastest is the Tokyo to Kyoto Shinkansen (bullet train), with the Nozomi service taking less than 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Dec 20, 2024 · Travel from Tokyo to Kyoto and Osaka with the JR Pass. Check all the info including timetables, routes and prices for the Shinkansen bullet trains.

Oct 28, 2024 · Taking the Nozomi bullet trains on the Tokaido Shinkansen Line is by far the fastest way to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto. This Tokyo to Kyoto bullet train is your best bet if you want to make the most out of your Kyoto visit.

Aug 7, 2024 · It travels between Tokyo and Kyoto in 2 hours and 40 mins, so it’s your best choice if you want to make the journey using a JR Pass. The Kodama is the slowest train, serving all stations between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka. It takes 4 hours to reach Shin-Osaka from Tokyo, with 2 departures per hour.

You can get from Tokyo to Kyoto in just over 2 hours on the fastest shinkansen (bullet train). It’s possible to go by overnight bus too. Here’s our breakdown of how it all works.