What is the cheapest way to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto is to train which costs ¥200 - ¥280 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto is to train which takes 9 min and costs ¥200 - ¥280.

Is there a direct train between Osaka Pass and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otsu and arriving at Kyōto. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Osaka Pass to Kyoto?

The distance between Osaka Pass and Kyoto is 10 km. The road distance is 12 km.

How do I travel from Osaka Pass to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs ¥200 - ¥280.

How long does it take to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto?

The train from Otsu to Kyōto takes 9 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Osaka Pass to Kyoto train from?

Osaka Pass to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Otsu station.

Where does the Osaka Pass to Kyoto train arrive?

Osaka Pass to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Osaka Pass to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka Pass to Kyoto is 12 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Osaka Pass to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3765+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Osaka Pass to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Osaka Pass to Kyoto by train, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
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1. Take the train from Otsu to Kyōtotrain [21683] Jr Biwako / ...
9 min
¥200–280
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka Pass to Kyototaxi 12 km
16 min
¥5,500–7,000
Drive 12 km
1. Drive from Osaka Pass to Kyotocar 12 km
16 min
¥207–298
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Otani(Shiga) to Misasagitrain [98235] Keihan Keishin
2. Take the subway from Misasagi to Nijojomaesubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
25 min
¥522–607

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Distance: 10.4 km
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Osaka Pass, Shiga, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Otsu to Kyōto 5 times a week. Tickets cost ¥200–280 and the journey takes 9 min.

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