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

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) is to train which costs ¥600 - ¥800 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) is to train and subway which takes 40 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

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

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State). However, there are services departing from Ōsaka and arriving at Marutamachi via Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State)?

The distance between Ōsaka (Station) and Kyoto (State) is 47 km. The road distance is 49.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) without a car is to train and subway which takes 40 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State), including transfers.

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

Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Ōsaka station.

Where does the Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) train arrive?

Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) is 49 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State).

Where can I stay near Kyoto (State)?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kyoto (State).

Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyoto (State) by train, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the subway from Kyoto to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
40 min
¥896–1,197
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Karasumatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 18m
¥627–766
Drive 49.4 km
1. Drive from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyotocar 49.4 km
51 min
¥852–1,230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōsaka (Station) to Kyototaxi 49.4 km
51 min
¥18,000–22,000
Train, subway via Shin-Ōsaka Station
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the subway from Kyoto to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
45 min

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Distance: 46.7 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka (Station), Japan and Kyoto (State), Japan?

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Ōsaka to Karasuma every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥420–550 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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