What is the cheapest way to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto is to night bus which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 10h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto is to train and fly and bus which takes 4h 13m and costs ¥14000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Chiba Station and Kyoto?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Chiba station station and arriving at Shijo Karasuma. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Chiba Station and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Chiba Station to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from 千葉 Chiba and arriving at Kyoto via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Chiba Station to Kyoto?

The distance between Chiba Station and Kyoto is 515 km. The road distance is 493 km.

How do I travel from Chiba Station to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiba Station to Kyoto bus from?

Chiba Station to Kyoto bus services, operated by Keisei Bus, depart from Chiba station.

Where do I catch the Chiba Station to Kyoto train from?

Chiba Station to Kyoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 千葉 Chiba station.

Where does the Chiba Station to Kyoto bus arrive?

Chiba Station to Kyoto bus services, operated by Keisei Bus, arrive at Shijo Karasuma station.

Where does the Chiba Station to Kyoto train arrive?

Chiba Station to Kyoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Chiba Station to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiba Station to Kyoto is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Chiba Station to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Chiba Station to Kyoto - 9 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Chiba Station to Kyoto by train, night bus, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 千葉 Chiba to Tōkyō Stationtrain Jo / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 29m
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Chiba station to Shijo Karasumanightbus Kyoto
10h 34m
¥6,000–9,000
Drive 493 km
1. Drive from Chiba Station to Kyotocar 493 km
5h 38m
¥8,553–12,354
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from 千葉 Chiba to 品川 Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 13m
¥14,171–21,777
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from 千葉 Chiba to 戸塚 Totsukatrain N’Ex
2. Take the night bus from Totsuka Station to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus
11h 42m
¥8,261–11,140
Fly Narita International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 15m
¥16,710–34,206
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from 千葉 Chiba to 品川 Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain
4h 56m
Fly Narita International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane NRT - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
4h 34m
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from 千葉 Chiba to 品川 Shinagawatrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
4h 38m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 515.1 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Chiba Station, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from 千葉 Chiba to Kyoto via Tōkyō Station in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, Keisei Bus operates a vehicle from Chiba station to Shijo Karasuma once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–9,000 and the journey takes 10h 34m.

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