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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Chiba to Kyoto is to fly and bus which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥15000 - ¥34000.

Is there a direct bus between Chiba 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 and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Chiba to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from 千葉 Chiba and arriving at Marutamachi via Tōkyō Station and Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Chiba to Kyoto?

The distance between Chiba and Kyoto is 519 km. The road distance is 494.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiba to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Chiba to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiba to Kyoto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chiba to Kyoto train from?

Chiba to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Where does the Chiba to Kyoto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chiba to Kyoto train arrive?

Chiba to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Chiba to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiba to Kyoto is 494 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Chiba to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3764+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 41m
Train, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from 千葉 Chiba to 新宿 Shinjukutrain Jb / ...
2. Take the nightbus from Shinjuku Highway Bus Terminal to Gion Shijo Stationnightbus Sy163
10h 40m
¥5,263–17,003
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Chiba station to Shijo Karasumanightbus Kyoto
10h 34m
¥6,000–9,000
Drive 494.1 km
1. Drive from Chiba to Kyotocar 494.1 km
5h 38m
¥8,287–11,970
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 18m
¥13,091–21,817
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
¥15,710–33,306
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

Chiba to Kyoto by train and night bus

7Weekly Services

10h 40mAverage Duration

¥5,263Cheapest Price

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Distance: 518.8 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. 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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