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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Chuo is to train which costs ¥450 - ¥600 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Chuo is to drive which takes 43 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Chuo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sanjo and arriving at Kyobashi(Osaka). Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Chuo?

The distance between Kyoto and Chuo is 47 km. The road distance is 45.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Chuo without a car is to train via Shin-Ōsaka Station which takes 43 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Kyoto to Chuo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Chuo train from?

Kyoto to Chuo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Chuo train arrive?

Kyoto to Chuo train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Chuo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Chuo is 46 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Kyoto to Chuo.

Where can I stay near Chuo?

There are 9590+ hotels available in Chuo.

Kyoto to Chuo - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto to Chuo by train, car, or taxi

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Train via Shin-Ōsaka Station
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Jr-Noetrain [33748] JR Osaka Higashi
43 min
¥779–1,089
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sanjo to Kyobashi(Osaka)train Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
48 min
¥450–600
Drive 45.6 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Chuocar 45.6 km
43 min
¥790–1,141
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Chuotaxi 45.6 km
43 min
¥17,000–21,000
Train via Oomiya
1. Take the train from Oomiya to JR-Awajitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 8m
¥490–628

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Distance: 47 km
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Chuo, Ōsaka, Japan?

You can take a train from Kyōto to Jr-Noe via Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 43 min.

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