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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kyoto to Iya Valley

Composite routes from Kyoto to Iya Valley

Cheapest
3 h 34 min
Car
274 km.
from $15
Other
5 h 11 min
216 km.
from $106.91
7 h 38 min
216 km.
Select a ticket
10 h 9 min
Bus, Train
215 km.
from $66.74

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyōto to Okayama
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$43.19–$63.52

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Okayama to Oboke
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.68–$38.11
Train from Tokushima to Awa-Ikeda
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.06–$27.95

JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-4592
Website:
jr-shikoku.co.jp/
Train from Tokushima to Awa-Ikeda
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Bus operators

JR Shikoku Bus

Website:
jr-shikokubus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyōto to Kosoku
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$33.18

Kousoku Bus

Phone:
0570-064-188
Website:
kousokubus.jp/
Bus from Osaka Airport to Tokushima
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.01

Shikoku Kotsu

Website:
yonkoh.co.jp/
Bus from 高速鳴門 to 大歩危峡
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley is to drive which costs $29.35 - $42.39 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $29.35 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Iya Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto to Iya Valley. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at 祖谷大橋 via 高速鳴門 and 大歩危峡. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Iya Valley?

The distance between Kyoto and Iya Valley is 333 km. The road distance is 274.4 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Iya Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Iya Valley bus from?

Kyoto to Iya Valley bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Kyōto station.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Iya Valley?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Iya Valley is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Kyoto to Iya Valley bus arrive?

Kyoto to Iya Valley bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Kosoku Naruto station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Iya Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Iya Valley is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Kyoto to Iya Valley.

Where can I stay near Iya Valley?

There are 31+ hotels available in Iya Valley. Prices start at $18.48 per night.
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