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

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Tōkai is to drive which costs ¥2000 - ¥3100 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to Tōkai is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs ¥2000 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and Tōkai?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to Tōkai. However, there are services departing from Marutamachi and arriving at Ōtagawa via Kyoto and Meitetsu Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Kyoto to Tōkai?

The distance between Kyoto and Tōkai is 156 km. The road distance is 124.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kyoto to Tōkai without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Kyoto to Tōkai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to Tōkai train from?

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

Where does the Kyoto to Tōkai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to Tōkai?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to Tōkai is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Kyoto to Tōkai.

Where can I stay near Tōkai?

There are 1110+ hotels available in Tōkai.

Kyoto to Tōkai - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kyoto to Tōkai by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Nagoyatrain Hikari / ...
2. Take the train from Meitetsu Nagoya to Ōtagawatrain Limited Express
1h 25m
Drive 124.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kyoto to Tōkaicar 124.7 km
1h 32m
¥2,085–3,011
Train via Nagahama
1. Take the train from Kyōto to Notogawatrain [21747] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Maibara to Kanayama(Aichi)train [19193] JR Tokaido Line New Rapid Train / ...
4h 26m

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Distance: 156 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a subway from Marutamachi to Ōtagawa via Kyoto, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Meitetsu Nagoya in around 1h 25m.

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