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

The cheapest way to get from Kumano to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kumano to Kyoto is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs ¥2900 - ¥4300.

Is there a direct bus between Kumano and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Kumano station to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Kumanoshi Station and arriving at Gojo Keihan via Tsu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kumano and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Kumano to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Odomari and arriving at Kyōto via Kumanoshi, Matsusaka and Yamato-Yagi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Kumano to Kyoto?

The distance between Kumano and Kyoto is 262 km. The road distance is 167.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kumano to Kyoto without a car is to train via Matsusaka which takes 5h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Kumano to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Kyoto bus from?

Kumano to Kyoto bus services, operated by Mie Kotsu, depart from Kumanoshi Station.

Where do I catch the Kumano to Kyoto train from?

Kumano to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kumanoshi station.

Train or bus from Kumano to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Kumano to Kyoto is to train via Matsusaka which takes 5h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5500 - ¥6500 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Kumano to Kyoto bus arrive?

Kumano to Kyoto bus services, operated by Mie Kotsu, arrive at Matsuzaka Station.

Where does the Kumano to Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kumano to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Kumano to Kyoto is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Kumano to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Kumano to Kyoto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromKumano to Kyoto

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Kumano to Kyoto by 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.

Train via Matsusaka
best
1. Take the train from Kumanoshi to Matsusakatrain
2. Take the train from Matsusaka to Yamato-Yagitrain
3. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōtotrain
5h 51m
Drive 167.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kumano to Kyotocar 167.9 km
2h 36m
¥2,912–4,206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kumanoshi Station to Matsuzaka Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tsu to Gojo Keihanbus
8h 32m
¥5,670–6,503
Train
1. Take the train from Shingū to Kyōtotrain Kuroshio 12
6h 29m
¥4,958–7,106
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shingu Station to Yamato Yagi Stationbus
2. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōtotrain Limited Express / ...
9h 31m
¥7,408–7,956

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 262 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Kumano, Mie-ken, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Odomari to Kyōto via Kumanoshi, Matsusaka, and Yamato-Yagi in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Odomari to Gojo Keihan via Kumanoshi, Kumanoshi Station, Matsuzaka Station, Matsusaka, Tsu, and Tsu in around 8h 32m.

Train operators

Bus 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.