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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kōka is to train which costs ¥700 - ¥1000 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kōka is to drive which takes 41 min and costs ¥750 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Kōka?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Kōka. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Mikumo via Zeze and Kusatsu(Shiga). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Kōka?

The distance between Kyoto and Kōka is 39 km. The road distance is 45.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Kōka without a car is to train which takes 1h 9m and costs ¥700 - ¥1000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Kyoto to Kōka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Kōka train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Kōka train arrive?

Kyoto to Kōka train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Zeze station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Kōka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Kōka is 45 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Kyoto to Kōka.

Where can I stay near Kōka?

There are 122+ hotels available in Kōka.

Kyoto to Kōka - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Kōka by train, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Kyōto to Zezetrain
2. Take the train from Zeze to Kusatsu(Shiga)train
3. Take the train from Kusatsu(Shiga) to Mikumotrain
1h 9m
¥703–999
Drive 45.1 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Kōkacar 45.1 km
41 min
¥783–1,131
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Kōkataxi 45.1 km
41 min
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 38.8 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Mikumo via Zeze and Kusatsu(Shiga) in around 1h 9m.

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