What is the cheapest way to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto is to drive which takes 44 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Higashi-ōsaka and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Takaidachuo and arriving at Kyōto via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto?

The distance between Higashi-ōsaka and Kyoto is 52 km. The road distance is 46.7 km.

How do I travel from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥800 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto train from?

Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Takaidachuo station.

Where does the Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto train arrive?

Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto is 47 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyoto by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Takaidachuo to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain [33865] JR Osaka Higashi / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
1h
¥838–1,230
Drive 46.7 km
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1. Drive from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyotocar 46.7 km
44 min
¥808–1,168
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Higashi-ōsaka to Kyototaxi 46.7 km
44 min
¥17,000–21,000
Train via Yamato-Saidaiji
1. Take the train from Kawachi-Kosaka to Yamato-Saidaijitrain A: Nara Line Suburban Semi-express / ...
2. Take the train from Yamato-Saidaiji to Kintetsu-Tambabashitrain B: Kyoto Line Express / ...
1h 18m
¥1,194–2,711

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Distance: 52.2 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Higashi-ōsaka, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Takaidachuo to Kyōto via Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 1h.

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