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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Motomachi is to train via Juusan which costs ¥750 - ¥950 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Motomachi is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Motomachi?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Motomachi 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 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Motomachi?

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

How far is it from Kyoto to Motomachi?

The distance between Kyoto and Motomachi is 75 km. The road distance is 74.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Motomachi without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Kyoto to Motomachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Motomachi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Motomachi train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Motomachi?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Motomachi is to train which takes 1h and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Kyoto to Motomachi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Motomachi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Motomachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Motomachi is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Kyoto to Motomachi.

Where can I stay near Motomachi?

There are 330+ hotels available in Motomachi.

Kyoto to Motomachi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kyoto to Motomachi by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Motomachitrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid / ...
1h
¥1,146–1,637
Train via Juusan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oomiya to Juusantrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Juusan to Hanakumatrain Hankyu Kobe Line Limited Express / ...
1h 49m
¥748–932
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 35m
¥2,071–2,501
Drive 74.4 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Motomachicar 74.4 km
1h 11m
¥1,292–1,866
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Motomachitaxi 74.4 km
1h 11m
¥27,000–32,000

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Distance: 74.5 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Motomachi, Hyōgo, Japan?

You can take a train from Kyōto to Motomachi via Ōsaka in around 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Motomachi via Shiokoji Takakura, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, and Kobe Sannomiya Station in around 2h 35m.

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