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Osaka, Japan → Kyoto, Japan

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Osaka to Kyoto

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Transport providers

Japan Railways Shinkansen
Website
Japan Railways Limited Express
Website
JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)
Website
Osaka Metro
Website
Kintetsu Railway
Website
Hankyu Railway
Website
Keihan Electric Railway
Website
Kyoto Subway
Website
Japan Railways Shinkansen
Website
13 min
Every 15 minutes
$19.06–$30.49
050-2016-1603
050-2016-1603
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Japan Railways Limited Express
Website
25 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.70–$21.60
(050) 2016-1603
(050) 2016-1603
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JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company)
Website
43 min
Every 5 minutes
0570-00-2486
0570-00-2486
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Osaka Metro
Website
8 min
Every 5 minutes
$1.65–$1.91
06-6582-1400
06-6582-1400
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Kintetsu Railway
Website
1h 16m
6 times a week
$4.95–$5.34
050-3536-3957
050-3536-3957
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Hankyu Railway
Website
46 min
Every 15 minutes
$3.18–$3.81
0570-089-500
0570-089-500
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Keihan Electric Railway
Website
48 min
Every 5 minutes
$3.05–$4.19
06-6945-4560
06-6945-4560
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Kyoto Subway
Website
8 min
Every 10 minutes
$1.65–$2.03
Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus)
Website
Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus)
Website
42 min
Every 15 minutes
$4.07–$5.08
06-6844-1124
06-6844-1124
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) is to train which costs $2.61 - $3.59 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) is to subway and train which takes 22 min and costs $11.96 - $28.26 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Osaka Marubiru and arriving at Kyoto Station Hachijou gate via Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Shichijo. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

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

The distance between Ōsaka and Kyōto (Station) is 44 km. The road distance is 51.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) without a car is to subway and train which takes 22 min and costs $11.96 - $28.26 .

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

It takes approximately 22 min to get from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station), including transfers.

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

Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus), depart from Osaka Marubiru station.

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

Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Train or bus from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station)?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs $10.87 - $14.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $3.59 and takes 1h 3m.

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

Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) bus services, operated by Airport Limousine Bus (Hankyu Kanko Bus), arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

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

Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station) is 52 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Ōsaka to Kyōto (Station).

Where can I stay near Kyōto (Station)?

There are 2813+ hotels available in Kyōto (Station). Prices start at $27.27 per night.
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