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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kyoto to Matsue

Composite routes from Kyoto to Matsue

Cheapest
3 h 43 min
Car
311 km.
from $17
Other
4 h 36 min
250 km.
from $121.52
3 h 34 min
Train, Plane
250 km.
from $194.51
4 h 29 min
Train, Plane
250 km.
from $177.39
4 h 37 min
Train, Plane
250 km.
from $205.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Japan Airlines

Website:
jal.com/
Plane from Osaka International Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$495.44
Plane from Nagoya Airfield to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.87–$190.56
Plane from Chūbu Centrair International Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$241.37

Fuji Dream

Website:
fujidream.co.jp/
Plane from Nagoya Airfield to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.87–$190.56
Plane from Chūbu Centrair International Airport to Izumo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.93–$241.37

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
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.06–$30.49
Train from Kyōto to Nagoya
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$33.03–$50.81

Japan Railways Limited Express

Phone:
(050) 2016-1603
Website:
jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/
Train from Okayama to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.38–$54.63
Train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.70–$21.60
Train from Shinji to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.53–$17.79

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
Train from Shinji to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Kyoto Subway

Website:
www2.city.kyoto.lg.jp/kotsu/webguide/en/
Train from Imadegawa to Kyoto
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.78–$2.16

Bus operators

Chugoku JR Bus Company

Phone:
0570-666-012
Website:
chugoku-jrbus.co.jp/
Bus from Kyoto Station Central Exit to Matsue
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.60–$76.22

Keihan Bus

Phone:
077-531-2121
Website:
keihanbus.jp/
Bus from Kyōto to Yonago
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.19

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Matsue is to drive which costs $33.70 - $48.91 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Matsue is to train and fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $92.39 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Matsue?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyoto Station Central Exit station and arriving at Matsue Sta.. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Matsue?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Matsue. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Matsue via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Matsue?

The distance between Kyoto and Matsue is 383 km. The road distance is 316.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Matsue without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Kyoto to Matsue, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Matsue bus from?

Kyoto to Matsue bus services, operated by Chugoku JR Bus Company, depart from Kyoto Station Central Exit.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Matsue train from?

Kyoto to Matsue train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, depart from Kyōto station.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Matsue?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Matsue is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus via Yonago, which costs $43.48 - $52.17 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Kyoto to Matsue bus arrive?

Kyoto to Matsue bus services, operated by Chugoku JR Bus Company, arrive at Matsue Sta. station.

Where does the Kyoto to Matsue train arrive?

Kyoto to Matsue train services, operated by Japan Railways Shinkansen, arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Matsue?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Matsue is 316 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Kyoto to Matsue.

Where can I stay near Matsue?

There are 111+ hotels available in Matsue. Prices start at $23.10 per night.
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