What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka is to train which costs ¥490 - ¥650 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka is to subway and train which takes 44 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto (State) and Osaka?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jingu-Marutamachi and arriving at Yodoyabashi. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Kyoto (State) to Osaka?

The distance between Kyoto (State) and Osaka is 43 km. The road distance is 49.6 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto (State) to Osaka without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka without a car is to subway and train which takes 44 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto (State) to Osaka train from?

Kyoto (State) to Osaka train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Marutamachi station.

Where does the Kyoto (State) to Osaka train arrive?

Kyoto (State) to Osaka train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Kyoto (State) to Osaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto (State) to Osaka is 50 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Kyoto (State) to Osaka.

Where can I stay near Osaka?

There are 9622+ hotels available in Osaka.

Kyoto (State) to Osaka - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto (State) to Osaka by subway, train, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Marutamachi to Kyotosubway K: Karasuma
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
44 min
¥837–1,152
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jingu-Marutamachi to Yodoyabashitrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 15m
¥490–650
Drive 49.6 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Osakacar 49.6 km
49 min
¥835–1,206
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Osakataxi 49.6 km
49 min
¥22,000–27,000

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Distance: 42.8 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Kyoto (State), Japan and Osaka, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Jingu-Marutamachi to Yodoyabashi every 20 minutes. Tickets cost ¥490–650 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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