What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine is to drive which costs ¥2300 - ¥3400 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Ise Shrine?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Ise Shrine. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Iseshi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Ise Shrine?

The distance between Kyoto and Ise Shrine is 163 km. The road distance is 132.3 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Ise Shrine without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs ¥4200 - ¥5000.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Ise Shrine train from?

Kyoto to Ise Shrine train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Kyōto station.

Where does the Kyoto to Ise Shrine train arrive?

Kyoto to Ise Shrine train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Iseshi station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Ise Shrine?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Ise Shrine is 132 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Kyoto to Ise Shrine.

Where can I stay near Ise Shrine?

There are 278+ hotels available in Ise Shrine.

Kyoto to Ise Shrine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Ise Shrine by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Iseshitrain Limited Express Vista Car or Standard / ...
3h 17m
¥4,225–4,966
Drive 132.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Ise Shrinecar 132.3 km
2h 3m
¥2,296–3,316
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gojo Keihan to Tsubus
2. Take the train from Tsu to Isuzugawatrain Limited Express
3h 58m
¥4,370–4,770
Train via Kashihara
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Yamato-Yagitrain Limited Express / ...
2. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Isuzugawatrain Limited Express / ...
4h 6m
¥4,729–5,657

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Distance: 163.1 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Ise Shrine, Mie-ken, Japan?

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Kyōto to Iseshi 4 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,700–4,500 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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