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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Dōtonbori is to train via Kitahama which costs ¥650 - ¥850 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Dōtonbori is to train and subway which takes 39 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Dōtonbori station. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Nanba Station, Osaka via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Dōtonbori?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oomiya and arriving at Nihonbashi. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Kyoto and Dōtonbori is 47 km. The road distance is 51.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Dōtonbori without a car is to train and subway which takes 39 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1200.

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

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Kyoto to Dōtonbori, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Dōtonbori bus from?

Kyoto to Dōtonbori bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Dōtonbori train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Dōtonbori is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥440 - ¥2000 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Kyoto to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

Kyoto to Dōtonbori bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Kyoto to Dōtonbori train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Dōtonbori is 52 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Kyoto to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

There are 9543+ hotels available in Dōtonbori.

Kyoto to Dōtonbori - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kyoto to Dōtonbori by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nambasubway Midosuji
39 min
¥849–1,129
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Nihonbashitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 6m
¥440–2,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nanba Station, Osakabus N
2h 5m
¥1,813–2,142
Drive 51.9 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Dōtonboricar 51.9 km
52 min
¥902–1,303
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Dōtonboritaxi 51.9 km
52 min
¥19,000–24,000
Train via Kitahama
1. Take the train from Jingu-Marutamachi to Kitahamatrain Keihan Main Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 25m
¥687–835

Kyoto to Dōtonbori by train

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.4 km
Duration: 39 min

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

You can take a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Nanba Station, Osaka via Shiokoji Takakura, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 5m. Alternatively, Hankyu Railway operates a train from Oomiya to Nihonbashi hourly. Tickets cost ¥440–550 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Kintetsu Railway Limited Express also services this route 6 times a week.

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