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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Takayama is to drive which costs ¥4200 - ¥6500 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Takayama is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs ¥4200 - ¥6500.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Takayama?

No, there is no direct bus from Kyoto station to Takayama. However, there are services departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi and arriving at Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal via Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Takayama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kyōto and arriving at Takayama. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Takayama?

The distance between Kyoto and Takayama is 253 km. The road distance is 245.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Takayama without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs .

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

The train from Kyōto to Takayama takes 3h 42m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Takayama bus from?

Kyoto to Takayama bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Takayama train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Takayama?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Takayama is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥6500 - ¥9000 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Kyoto to Takayama bus arrive?

Kyoto to Takayama bus services, operated by Nohi Bus, arrive at Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Kyoto to Takayama train arrive?

Kyoto to Takayama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Takayama station.

Can I drive from Kyoto to Takayama?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Takayama is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Kyoto to Takayama.

Where can I stay near Takayama?

There are 365+ hotels available in Takayama.

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Takayama by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Takayamatrain Hida 25
3h 42m
Drive 245.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Takayamacar 245.1 km
3h 32m
¥4,257–6,149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminalbus Takayama
5h 21m
¥6,500–9,000

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Distance: 252.9 km
Duration: 3h 42m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Kyōto to Takayama once daily, and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, Nohi Bus operates a bus from Kyoto Station Hachijo Gate to Takayama Nouhi Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ¥6,500–9,000 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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