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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Esaka is to train via Omiya which costs ¥550 - ¥750 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Esaka is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Esaka?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Esaka. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Esaka via Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Esaka?

The distance between Kyoto and Esaka is 43 km. The road distance is 44.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Esaka without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Kyoto to Esaka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Esaka train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Esaka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Esaka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Esaka is 44 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Kyoto to Esaka.

Where can I stay near Esaka?

There are 9456+ hotels available in Esaka.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
40 min
¥812–1,103
Train via Omiya
cheapest
1. Take the train from Omiya to Minamikatatrain Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 5m
¥579–707
Drive 44.5 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Esakacar 44.5 km
43 min
¥764–1,104
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Esakataxi 44.5 km
43 min
¥16,000–20,000
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Esakasubway Midosuji
50 min

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Distance: 42.5 km
Duration: 40 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥600–900 and the journey takes 31 min. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route once daily.

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