What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs ¥3600 - ¥5500.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Hamana and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Hamana to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Shinshiro and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Lake Hamana to Kyoto?

The distance between Lake Hamana and Kyoto is 255 km. The road distance is 211.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Hamana to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Hamana to Kyoto bus from?

Lake Hamana to Kyoto bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinshiro station.

Where does the Lake Hamana to Kyoto bus arrive?

Lake Hamana to Kyoto bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Can I drive from Lake Hamana to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Hamana to Kyoto is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Lake Hamana to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Lake Hamana to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, night bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Hamana to Kyoto by taxi, train, bus, night bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Lake Hamana to Hamamatsutaxi
2. Take the train from Hamamatsu to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 32m
Drive 211.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Hamana to Kyotocar 211.7 km
2h 48m
¥3,672–5,304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinshiro to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
3h 38m
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Hamamatsu to Kyoto Station Hachijo Gatenightbus Jx301
9h 37m
¥5,692–10,145

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Distance: 254.7 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Lake Hamana, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinshiro to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily, and the journey takes 2h 56m.

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