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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kyoto to Arai

Composite routes from Kyoto to Arai

Cheapest
4 h 40 min
Car
418 km.
from $22
Other
4 h 57 min
312 km.
from $112.11
9 h 34 min
Bus, Train
311 km.
from $74.25
8 h 19 min
Bus, Train
311 km.
from $66.09
5 h 41 min
312 km.
from $143.38
7 h 39 min
Plane
312 km.
from $250.09

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$317.59

All Nippon Airways

Website:
ana.co.jp/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$317.59

Ibex Airlines

Website:
ibexair.co.jp/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Niigata
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$317.59

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Tsuruga to Kanazawa
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.30–$52.09
Train from Kanazawa to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.38–$57.17
Train from Nagano to Jōetsumyōkō
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.60–$35.57
Train from Tsuruga to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.52–$101.63
Train from Niigata to Nagaoka
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.60–$34.30

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyoto to Tsuruga
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$33.03
Train from Niigata to Nagaoka
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.51–$25.41
Train from Nagaoka to Naoetsu
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95

JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jreast.co.jp/multi/en/
Train from Niigata to Nagaoka
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.35–$9.53
Train from Nagaoka to Naoetsu
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$11.43

Shinano Railway

Website:
shinanorailway.co.jp/english/
Train from Nagano to Myoko-Kogen
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$8.26

Echigo Tokimeki Railway

Website:
echigo-tokimeki.co.jp/
Train from Naoetsu to Nihongi
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.92–$4.07

Bus operators

ALPICO Kotsu

Phone:
0570-550-373
Website:
alpico.co.jp/en/
Bus from Kyoto Station to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.30–$59.71

Nagaden Bus

Phone:
026-295-8008
Website:
nagadenbus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Station to Nagano
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.71–$69.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Arai is to drive which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Arai is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Arai?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Arai. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at Nihongi via Tsuruga, Kanazawa and Joetsumyoko. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Arai?

The distance between Kyoto and Arai is 416 km. The road distance is 418.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Arai without a car is to train via Kanazawa which takes 4h 57m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Kyoto to Arai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Arai train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Arai train arrive?

Kyoto to Arai train services, operated by Japan Railways Limited Express, arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Arai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Arai is 418 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Kyoto to Arai.

Where can I stay near Arai?

There are 356+ hotels available in Arai. Prices start at $42.89 per night.
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