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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Maiko is to train via Oomiya which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Maiko is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Maiko?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Maiko station. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Kobe Sannomiya Station via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and Osaka Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Maiko?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Maiko. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Maiko via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Maiko?

The distance between Kyoto and Maiko is 91 km. The road distance is 91.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Maiko without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Kyoto to Maiko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Maiko bus from?

Kyoto to Maiko bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Maiko train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Maiko?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Maiko is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs ¥1400 - ¥2100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2300 - ¥3100 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Kyoto to Maiko bus arrive?

Kyoto to Maiko bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Kyoto to Maiko train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Maiko?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Maiko is 91 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Kyoto to Maiko.

Where can I stay near Maiko?

There are 267+ hotels available in Maiko.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Maikotrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
1h 18m
¥1,426–2,037
Train via Oomiya
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Ōsakatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Maikotrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
1h 53m
¥1,171–1,619
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kobe Sannomiya Stationbus
2h 43m
¥2,371–3,030
Drive 91.2 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Maikocar 91.2 km
1h 31m
¥1,525–2,202

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Distance: 91.2 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Kyōto to Maiko via Ōsaka in around 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Maiko via Shiokoji Takakura, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kobe Sannomiya Station, and Sannomiya in around 2h 43m.

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