What is the cheapest way to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto is to bus which costs ¥4500 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto is to fly and train which takes 2h 44m and costs ¥24000 - ¥37000.

Is there a direct bus between Nagano (State) and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Nagano (State) station to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Nagano Station and arriving at Fukakusa Kyoto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Nagano (State) and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Nagano (State) to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Nagano and arriving at Kyōto via Tsuruga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Nagano (State) to Kyoto?

The distance between Nagano (State) and Kyoto is 452 km. The road distance is 371.4 km.

How do I travel from Nagano (State) to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9000.

How long does it take to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nagano (State) to Kyoto bus from?

Nagano (State) to Kyoto bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Nagano Station.

Where do I catch the Nagano (State) to Kyoto train from?

Nagano (State) to Kyoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Nagano station.

Train or bus from Nagano (State) to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs ¥6500 - ¥9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4500 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Nagano (State) to Kyoto bus arrive?

Nagano (State) to Kyoto bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Fukakusa Kyoto station.

Where does the Nagano (State) to Kyoto train arrive?

Nagano (State) to Kyoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Tsuruga station.

Can I drive from Nagano (State) to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Nagano (State) to Kyoto is 371 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Nagano (State) to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3729+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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There are 5 ways to get from Nagano (State) to Kyoto by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nagano to Tsurugatrain Kagayaki
2. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōtotrain Thunderbird / ...
3h 21m
¥6,584–8,657
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nagano Station to Fukakusa Kyotobus
7h 43m
¥4,590–12,899
Drive 371.4 km
1. Drive from Nagano to Kyotocar 371.4 km
5h 32m
¥6,442–9,305
Fly, train
1. Fly from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB)plane MMJ - UKB
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
2h 44m
¥24,750–36,126
Train via Nagoya
1. Take the train from Nagano to Nagoyatrain Shinano 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
4h 7m

Nagano (State) to Kyoto by train

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Distance: 452.3 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Nagano (State), Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Nagano to Kyōto via Tsuruga in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Nagano Station to Fukakusa Kyoto once daily. Tickets cost ¥4,500–13,000 and the journey takes 7h 29m.

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