What is the cheapest way to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo?

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo is to night bus which costs ¥6000 - ¥8500 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo?

The fastest way to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo is to fly and train which takes 4h 31m and costs ¥16000 - ¥36000.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and University of Tokyo?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Sanjō Keihan-eki and arriving at Keisei-Ueno. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Kyoto and University of Tokyo?

No, there is no direct train from Kyoto to University of Tokyo. However, there are services departing from Kyoto and arriving at 本郷三丁目 Hongo-sanchome via 東京 Tokyo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Kyoto to University of Tokyo?

The distance between Kyoto and University of Tokyo is 482 km. The road distance is 459 km.

How do I travel from Kyoto to University of Tokyo without a car?

The best way to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kyoto to University of Tokyo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kyoto to University of Tokyo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kyoto to University of Tokyo?

The best way to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥12000 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Kyoto to University of Tokyo bus arrive?

Kyoto to University of Tokyo bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit.

Where does the Kyoto to University of Tokyo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kyoto to University of Tokyo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kyoto to University of Tokyo is 459 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Kyoto to University of Tokyo.

Where can I stay near University of Tokyo?

There are 12805+ hotels available in University of Tokyo.

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There are 10 ways to get from Kyoto to University of Tokyo by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Tōkyō Stationtrain Hikari / ...
3h 17m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exitbus
8h 48m
¥3,200–12,000
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Sanjō Keihan-eki to Keisei-Uenonightbus Kyoto
8h 54m
¥6,000–8,500
Drive 459 km
1. Drive from Kyoto to University of Tokyocar 459 km
5h
¥7,965–11,504
Train to Osaka International Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport, train
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 train from 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō to 御徒町 Okachimachitrain
4h 7m
Train, train to Kobe, fly to Tokyo International Airport
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sannomiyatrain
3. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Tokyo International Airport (HND)plane UKB - HND
4. Take the train from 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō to 御徒町 Okachimachitrain
4h 40m
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 京成上野 Keisei-Uenotrain
4h 31m
¥16,289–35,110
Train to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, fly to Tokyo International Airport, train
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 train from 浜松町 Hamamatsuchō to 御徒町 Okachimachitrain
4h 32m
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 30m
Train, train to Kobe, fly to Ibaraki Airport
1. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain
2. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Sannomiyatrain
3. Fly from Kobe (UKB) to Ibaraki Airport (IBR)plane UKB - IBR
4. Take the train from Ishioka to Uenotrain
5h 39m

Kyoto to University of Tokyo by bus and foot

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8h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 481.7 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Kyoto, Japan and University of Tokyo, 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 Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 51m.

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