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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kyoto to Kōya

Composite routes from Kyoto to Kōya

Cheapest
1 h 35 min
Car
114 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators

Japan Railways Shinkansen

Phone:
050-2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.79–$30.49

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.70–$21.60

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)

Phone:
0570-00-2486
Website:
jr-odekake.net/
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

Nankai Electric Railway

Phone:
050-3090-2608
Website:
nankai.co.jp/en_railway
Train from Shinimamiya to Hashimoto(Wakayama)
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.08–$5.97
Train from Hashimoto(Wakayama) to Gokurakubashi
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.79–$3.30
Train from Nakamozu(Nankai) to Hashimoto(Wakayama)
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.94–$4.70

Osaka Metro

Phone:
06-6582-1400
Website:
osakametro.co.jp/en/
Train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Dobutsuen-Mae
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.91–$2.16
Train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nakamozu
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.54–$2.79

Bus operators

Keihan Bus

Phone:
077-531-2121
Website:
keihanbus.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Sta. Hachijoguchi to Daimon
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.65
Bus from Kyoto Sta. Hachijoguchi to Koyakeisatsu-mae
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya?

The cheapest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya is to drive which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya?

The fastest way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Kyōto (Station) and Kōya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyoto Sta. Hachijoguchi and arriving at Daimon Minami Chushajo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kyōto (Station) and Kōya?

No, there is no direct train from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Kōyasan-eki via Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shinimamiya, Hashimoto(Wakayama) and Gokurakubashi Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya?

The distance between Kyōto (Station) and Kōya is 119 km. The road distance is 110.9 km.

How do I travel from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya without a car?

The best way to get from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya without a car is to bus which takes 2h 39m and costs $16.82 .

How long does it take to get from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya?

The bus from Kyoto Sta. Hachijoguchi to Daimon Minami Chushajo takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kyōto (Station) to Kōya bus from?

Kyōto (Station) to Kōya bus services, operated by Keihan Bus, depart from Kyoto Sta. Hachijoguchi station.

Where do I catch the Kyōto (Station) to Kōya train from?

Kyōto (Station) to Kōya train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyōto (Station) to Kōya bus arrive?

Kyōto (Station) to Kōya bus services, operated by Keihan Bus, arrive at Daimon Minami Chushajo station.

Where does the Kyōto (Station) to Kōya train arrive?

Kyōto (Station) to Kōya train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyōto (Station) to Kōya is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Kyōto (Station) to Kōya.

Where can I stay near Kōya?

There are 69+ hotels available in Kōya. Prices start at $32.33 per night.
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