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

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Kyoto (State) is to train which costs ¥490 - ¥650 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Kyoto (State) is to drive which takes 50 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Jingu-Marutamachi. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

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

The distance between Ōsaka and Kyoto (State) is 48 km. The road distance is 49.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Kyoto (State) without a car is to subway and train which takes 49 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Ōsaka to Kyoto (State), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Kyoto (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Kyoto (State) is 50 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Ōsaka to Kyoto (State).

Where can I stay near Kyoto (State)?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Kyoto (State).

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

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Yodoyabashi to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain
3. Take the subway from Kyoto to Marutamachisubway
49 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Jingu-Marutamachitrain Keihan Main Line / ...
1h 23m
¥490–650
Drive 49.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kyotocar 49.7 km
50 min
¥862–1,245
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kyototaxi 49.7 km
50 min
¥18,000–23,000
Train via Shijo
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Karasumatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 18m
¥627–766

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Distance: 47.8 km
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Ōsaka, 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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