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

The cheapest way to get from Gokayama to Kyoto is to bus and train via Tsuruga which costs ¥4700 - ¥8000 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gokayama to Kyoto is to bus and train via Tsuruga which takes 3h 44m and costs ¥4700 - ¥8000.

Is there a direct bus between Gokayama and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Gokayama to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Gatsushonosato and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Hatogaya, Gujo-Hachiman Interchange and Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Gokayama to Kyoto?

The distance between Gokayama and Kyoto is 281 km. The road distance is 271.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gokayama to Kyoto without a car is to bus and train via Tsuruga which takes 3h 44m and costs ¥4700 - ¥8000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Gokayama to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gokayama to Kyoto bus from?

Gokayama to Kyoto bus services, operated by Gifu Bus, depart from Hatogaya station.

Where does the Gokayama to Kyoto bus arrive?

Gokayama to Kyoto bus services, operated by Gifu Bus, arrive at Gujō-Hachiman IC station.

Can I drive from Gokayama to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Gokayama to Kyoto is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Gokayama to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Gokayama to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Gokayama to Kyoto by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Tsuruga
best
1. Take the bus from Gokayama Suganuma to Kanazawa Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kanazawa to Tsurugatrain
3. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōtotrain
3h 44m
¥4,780–7,773
Drive 271.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gokayama to Kyotocar 271.2 km
3h 50m
¥4,711–6,805
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hatogaya to Gujō-Hachiman ICbus
2. Take the bus from Gujo-Hachiman Interchange to Kyoto Station Hachijo Gatebus Takayama
7h 10m
¥7,731–9,957
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shirakawago to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Takayama
2. Take the train from Takayama to Kyōtotrain Hida 36
7h 2m

Gokayama to Kyoto by bus and train

35Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

¥4,780Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.5 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Gokayama, Toyama, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a bus from Gatsushonosato to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Hatogaya, Gujō-Hachiman IC, Gujo-Hachiman Interchange, Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate, and Shiokoji Takakura in around 7h 10m.

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