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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Nakano is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥12000 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Nakano is to train and fly which takes 4h 23m and costs ¥12000 - ¥27000.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Nakano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station and arriving at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Nakano?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Nakano. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at 中野 Nakano via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Nakano?

The distance between Kyoto and Nakano is 492 km. The road distance is 454.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Nakano without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Kyoto to Nakano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Nakano bus from?

Kyoto to Nakano bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Nakano train from?

Kyoto to Nakano train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Kyoto station.

Train or bus from Kyoto to Nakano?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Nakano is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥16000 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Kyoto to Nakano bus arrive?

Kyoto to Nakano bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kyoto to Nakano train arrive?

Kyoto to Nakano train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tōkyō Station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Nakano?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Nakano is 455 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Kyoto to Nakano.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kyoto to Nakano?

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Kyoto to Nakano - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and subway

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There are 9 ways to get from Kyoto to Nakano by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hikari / ...
3h 16m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminalbus
7h 26m
¥3,200–16,000
Drive 454.8 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to Nakanocar 454.8 km
4h 57m
¥7,889–11,395
Train to Osaka International Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport, subway
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain
2. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane ITM - HND
3. Take the subway from 大門 Daimon to 中野坂上 Nakano-sakauesubway
4h 1m
Train to Kobe, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
4h 23m
¥12,045–26,645
Train to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport, subway
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain
2. Fly from Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane NGO - HND
3. Take the subway from 大門 Daimon to 中野坂上 Nakano-sakauesubway
4h 25m
Fly Osaka International Airport to Narita International Airport, train
1. Fly from Osaka International Airport (ITM) to Narita International Airport (NRT)plane ITM - NRT
2. Take the train from 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 to Tōkyō Stationtrain
5h 1m
¥16,829–35,540
Train, bus to Tokushima Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nishi Akashitrain
2. Take the bus from Kousoku Maiko to Kousoku Narutobus
3. Fly from Tokushima Airport (TKS) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane TKS - HND
5h 23m
Train to Kobe, fly to Ibaraki Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ashiyatrain
2. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Ibaraki Airport (IBR)plane UKB - IBR
3. Take the train from Ishioka to Tōkyō Stationtrain
5h 31m
¥19,965–40,105

Kyoto to Nakano by bus

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7h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 492.2 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Station every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 26m. Willer Express also services this route once daily.

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