There are 4 ways to get from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach by train, bus, or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Kyōto to Aminotrain Hashidate
2h 45m¥4,120–5,380Drive 126.2 km
cheapest- Drive from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beachcar 126.2 km
2h¥2,191–3,165Bus
- Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Amino Honchobus
3h 16m¥4,800–5,200Bus, train
- Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Nishimaizuru-ekibus
- Take the train from Nishimaizuru to Aminotrain [166386] Kyoto Tango Railway Miyamai/Miyatoyo / ...
3h 41m¥5,450–6,150
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach is to drive which costs ¥2100 - ¥3200 and takes 2h.
The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach is to drive which takes 2h and costs ¥2100 - ¥3200.
No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Kotohiki Beach. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Amino Honcho via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Amino via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.
The distance between Kyoto and Kotohiki Beach is 154 km. The road distance is 126.2 km.
The best way to get from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500.
It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach, including transfers.
Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach bus services, operated by Tango Kairiku Kotsu Tankai, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.
Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyōto station.
The best way to get from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs ¥4100 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4800 - ¥5200 and takes 3h 16m.
What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Kotohiki Beach, Japan?
JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Amino once daily. Tickets cost ¥2,200–3,100 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Tango Kairiku Kotsu Tankai operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Amino Honcho twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,500 and the journey takes 3h 13m.
- Phone
- 0570-00-2486
- Website
- jr-odekake.net
Train from Kyōto to Amino
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ¥2,200–3,100
- Schedules at
- jorudan.co.jp
- Phone
- (050) 5805-0383
- Website
- trains.willer.co.jp
Train from Nishimaizuru to Amino
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ¥1,100–1,400
- Schedules at
- trains.willer.co.jp
- Website
- tankai.jp
Bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Amino Honcho
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- ¥3,500
- Schedules at
- tankai.jp
- Book at
- willerexpress.com
- Phone
- 0773-75-5000
- Website
- kyotokotsu.jp
Bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Nishimaizuru-eki
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 32m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- ¥2,450
- Schedules at
- kyotokotsu.jp
Want to know more about travelling around Japan
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Related travel guides
Travel Insider: Top Japan travel tips by Beatrix Holland
Read the travel guide
More Questions & Answers
Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach bus services, operated by Tango Kairiku Kotsu Tankai, arrive at Amino Honcho station.
Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Amino station.
Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach is 126 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Kyoto to Kotohiki Beach.
There are 151+ hotels available in Kotohiki Beach.








