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

The cheapest way to get from Ise to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2200 - ¥3200 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ise to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs ¥2200 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Ise and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Iseshi and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Ise to Kyoto?

The distance between Ise and Kyoto is 156 km. The road distance is 127.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ise to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs ¥3700 - ¥4500.

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

The train from Iseshi to Kyōto takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ise to Kyoto train from?

Ise to Kyoto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Iseshi station.

Where does the Ise to Kyoto train arrive?

Ise to Kyoto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ise to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Ise to Kyoto is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Ise to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3737+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Iseshi to Kyōtotrain Shimakaze Sightseeing Limited Express / ...
2h 13m
¥3,700–4,500
Drive 127.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ise to Kyotocar 127.6 km
1h 57m
¥2,216–3,200
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ujiyamada to Tsutrain Limited Express
2. Take the bus from Tsu to Gojo Keihanbus
3h 22m
¥3,946–4,212
Train via Kashihara
1. Take the train from Iseshi to Yamato-Yagitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōtotrain Limited Express / ...
2h 53m
¥4,195–5,107

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Distance: 156.1 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Iseshi to Kyōto 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,700–4,500 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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