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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Esaka is to train which costs ¥600 - ¥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 and subway which takes 31 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 31 min.

How far is it from Kyoto to Esaka?

The distance between Kyoto and Esaka is 42 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 and subway which takes 31 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1100.

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

It takes approximately 31 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 9554+ hotels available in Esaka.

Kyoto to Esaka - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Esaka by train, subway, 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 Esakasubway Midosuji
31 min
¥809–1,099
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Nanpoutrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
1h 5m
¥598–730
Drive 44.5 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Esakacar 44.5 km
43 min
¥748–1,081
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Esakataxi 44.5 km
43 min
¥20,000–24,000

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Distance: 42.3 km
Duration: 31 min

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

Hankyu Railway operates a train from Oomiya to Nanpou every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥390–490 and the journey takes 55 min.

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