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

The cheapest way to get from Osaka to Kyoto (State) is to train via Yodoyabashi which costs ¥440 - ¥600 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osaka to Kyoto (State) is to train which takes 44 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Jingu-Marutamachi. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

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

The distance between Osaka and Kyoto (State) is 43 km. The road distance is 49.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Osaka to Kyoto (State) without a car is to train and subway which takes 28 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Osaka to Kyoto (State), including transfers.

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

Osaka to Kyoto (State) train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Shin Osaka station.

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

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

Can I drive from Osaka to Kyoto (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Osaka to Kyoto (State) is 50 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Osaka to Kyoto (State).

Where can I stay near Kyoto (State)?

There are 3733+ hotels available in Kyoto (State).

Osaka to Kyoto (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Osaka to Kyoto (State) by train, subway, car, or taxi

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain Kodama / ...
2. Take the subway from Kyoto to Marutamachisubway K: Karasuma
28 min
Train via Yodoyabashi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Jingu-Marutamachitrain Keihan Main Line / ...
1h 23m
¥440–600
Drive 49.7 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Kyotocar 49.7 km
50 min
¥862–1,245
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Kyototaxi 49.7 km
50 min
¥18,000–23,000
Train
1. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain A: JR Kyōto Line Rapid / ...
44 min
¥842–1,123

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Distance: 42.8 km
Duration: 28 min

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

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōto every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥600–900 and the journey takes 32 min. JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) also services this route once daily.

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