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

The cheapest way to get from Hongū to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hongū to Kyoto is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

How far is it from Hongū to Kyoto?

The distance between Hongū and Kyoto is 263 km. The road distance is 168.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Hongū to Kyoto without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 57m and costs ¥23000 - ¥30000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Hongū to Kyoto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Hongū to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Hongū to Kyoto is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Hongū to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

How to get fromHongū to Kyoto

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Hongū to Kii-Tanabetaxi
2. Take the train from Kii-Tanabe to Tennōjitrain
3. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain
3h 57m
¥23,933–29,139
Drive 168.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hongū to Kyotocar 168.1 km
2h 38m
¥2,919–4,217
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kumano Hongu Taisha Mae to Yamato Yagi Stationbus
2. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōtotrain Limited Express / ...
6h 28m
¥6,950–7,350
Bus, train via Tanabe
1. Take the bus from Hongu Taisha-mae to Kii-Tanabe Sta.bus
2. Take the train from Kii-Tanabe to Tennōjitrain
3. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain
5h 58m
¥5,050–7,498

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 263.2 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

There is no direct connection from Hongū to Kyoto. However, you can take the taxi to Kii-Tanabe, take the train to Tennōji, then take the train to Kyōto. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kumano Hongu Taisha Mae to Kyōto via Yamato Yagi Station and Yamato-Yagi in around 6h 28m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.