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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Chiba is to night bus which costs ¥6000 - ¥9000 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Chiba is to fly and train which takes 4h 56m and costs ¥13000 - ¥21000.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Chiba?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shijo Karasuma and arriving at Chiba station station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Chiba?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Chiba. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at 千葉 Chiba via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Chiba?

The distance between Kyoto and Chiba is 515 km. The road distance is 493.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Chiba without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Kyoto to Chiba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Chiba bus from?

Kyoto to Chiba bus services, operated by Keisei Bus, depart from Shijo Karasuma station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Chiba train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Chiba bus arrive?

Kyoto to Chiba bus services, operated by Keisei Bus, arrive at Chiba station.

Where does the Kyoto to Chiba train arrive?

Kyoto to Chiba train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Chiba?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Chiba is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Kyoto to Chiba.

Where can I stay near Chiba?

There are 391+ hotels available in Chiba.

Kyoto to Chiba - 10 ways to travel via train, night bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Kyoto to Chiba by train, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 千葉 Chibatrain Jo / ...
3h 18m
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Shijo Karasuma to Chiba stationnightbus Kyoto
9h 50m
¥6,000–9,000
Drive 493.5 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Chibacar 493.5 km
5h 31m
¥8,562–12,366
Train to Osaka International Airport, fly to Narita International Airport
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain
2. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Narita International Airport (NRT)plane ITM - NRT
4h 23m
Night bus, train
1. Take the night bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Totsuka Stationnightbus
2. Take the train from 戸塚 Totsuka to 千葉 Chibatrain N’Ex
11h 17m
¥8,200–10,730
Fly Osaka International Airport to Tokyo International Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ITM - HND
2. Take the train from 品川 Shinagawa to 千葉 Chibatrain
4h 56m
¥13,509–20,900
Train to Kobe, fly to Tokyo International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
3. Take the train from 品川 Shinagawa to 千葉 Chibatrain
5h 19m
¥12,445–27,265
Train to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, fly to Narita International Airport
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain
2. Fly from Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Narita International Airport (NRT)plane NGO - NRT
4h 33m
Train to Kobe, fly to Ibaraki Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Ibaraki Airport (IBR)plane UKB - IBR
3. Take the train from Ishioka to Tōkyō Stationtrain
5h 55m
¥20,325–40,575
Train to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain
2. Fly from Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane NGO - HND
3. Take the train from 品川 Shinagawa to 千葉 Chibatrain
5h 21m

Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Narita International Airport (NRT) flights

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2h 27mAverage Duration

¥15,115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 515.1 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Kyoto to 千葉 Chiba via Tōkyō Station in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, Keisei Bus operates a vehicle from Shijo Karasuma to Chiba station once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–9,000 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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