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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Tokushima is to drive which costs ¥3100 - ¥4700 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Tokushima is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4700.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Tokushima?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station and arriving at Tokushima University. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Tokushima?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Tokushima. However, there are services departing from Kyōto and arriving at Tokushima via Shin Osaka, Okayama and Takamatsu(Kagawa). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Tokushima?

The distance between Kyoto and Tokushima is 186 km. The road distance is 187.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Tokushima without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500.

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

The bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tokushima University takes 3h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Tokushima bus from?

Kyoto to Tokushima bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, depart from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Tokushima train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to Tokushima?

The best way to get from Kyoto to Tokushima is to bus which takes 3h and costs ¥4000 - ¥5500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Kyoto to Tokushima bus arrive?

Kyoto to Tokushima bus services, operated by JR Shikoku Bus, arrive at Tokushima University station.

Where does the Kyoto to Tokushima train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Tokushima?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Tokushima is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Kyoto to Tokushima.

Where can I stay near Tokushima?

There are 173+ hotels available in Tokushima.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tokushima Universitybus Awa Express Kyoto
3h
¥4,000–5,500
Drive 187.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Tokushimacar 187.5 km
2h 34m
¥3,191–4,609
Train
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Takamatsu(Kagawa)train
3. Take the train from Takamatsu(Kagawa) to Tokushimatrain
5h 32m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Ōsakatrain
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Maikotrain
3. Take the bus from Kousoku Maiko to Tokushima Daigaku-maebus
3h 7m
¥5,026–5,637

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Distance: 186.2 km
Duration: 3h

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

JR Shikoku Bus operates a bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tokushima University every 4 hours. Tickets cost ¥4,000–5,500 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kyōto to Tokushima via Shin-Ōsaka Station, Shin Osaka, Okayama, and Takamatsu(Kagawa) in around 5h 32m.

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