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

The cheapest way to get from Narai to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Narai to Kyoto is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct bus between Narai and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Narai to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Matsumoto Bus Terminal and arriving at Fukakusa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Narai and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Narai to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Narai and arriving at Kyoto via Kisofukushima and Nagoya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Narai to Kyoto?

The distance between Narai and Kyoto is 286 km. The road distance is 275.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Narai to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Narai to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Narai to Kyoto bus from?

Narai to Kyoto bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, depart from Matsumoto Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Narai to Kyoto train from?

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

Train or bus from Narai to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Narai to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥5000 - ¥13000 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Narai to Kyoto bus arrive?

Narai to Kyoto bus services, operated by ALPICO Kotsu, arrive at Fukakusa station.

Where does the Narai to Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Narai to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Narai to Kyoto is 275 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Narai to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kisofukushima to Nagoyatrain Shinano 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 38m
Drive 275.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Narai to Kyotocar 275.4 km
4h 2m
¥4,768–6,886
Bus
1. Take the bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Fukakusabus
7h 7m
¥5,334–12,528
Fly, train
1. Fly from Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB)plane MMJ - UKB
2. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain
4h 17m

Matsumoto Airport (MMJ) to Kobe (UKB) flights

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Distance: 285.7 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Narai, Nagano, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a train from Narai to Kyoto via Kisofukushima and Nagoya in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, ALPICO Kotsu operates a bus from Matsumoto Bus Terminal to Fukakusa once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,600–12,000 and the journey takes 5h 1m.

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