What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport is to drive which costs ¥800 - ¥1200 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport is to drive which takes 45 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Osaka Airport?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyoto City Government Office and arriving at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Osaka Airport?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Osaka Airport. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Hotarugaike via Ōsaka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Osaka Airport?

The distance between Kyoto and Osaka Airport is 57 km. The road distance is 47 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to Osaka Airport without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Osaka Airport bus from?

Kyoto to Osaka Airport bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto City Government Office station.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Osaka Airport train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Osaka Airport?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs ¥850 - ¥1300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥1300 - ¥1500 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Kyoto to Osaka Airport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Osaka Airport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Osaka Airport?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Osaka Airport is 47 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Kyoto to Osaka Airport.

Where can I stay near Osaka Airport?

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Kyoto to Osaka Airport - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kyoto to Osaka Airport 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 Hotarugaiketrain Hankyu Takarazuka Line / ...
1h 4m
¥886–1,207
Drive 47 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Osaka Airportcar 47 km
45 min
¥814–1,175
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Shin-Ōsaka Stationtrain Thunderbird / ...
2. Take the bus from Shin-Osaka Station to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus S
1h 7m
¥1,059–1,409
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kyoto to Osaka Airporttaxi 47 km
45 min
¥17,000–21,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto City Government Office to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
1h 14m
¥1,300–1,500
Bus via Kyoto Station Hachijou gate
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus
1h 27m
¥1,200–1,400

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Distance: 56.6 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and Osaka Airport, Hyōgo, Japan?

You can take a train from Kyōto to Osaka Airport via Ōsaka and Hotarugaike in around 1h 4m. Alternatively, Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus operates a bus from Kyoto City Government Office to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal 3 times a day. Tickets cost ¥1,300–1,500 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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