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

The cheapest way to get from Ossaka to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥1100 - ¥1700 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ossaka to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥1100 - ¥1700.

Is there a direct train between Ossaka and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Ossaka to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Yamatoasakura and arriving at Kyōto via Yamato-Yagi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Ossaka to Kyoto?

The distance between Ossaka and Kyoto is 63 km. The road distance is 64.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ossaka to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2400.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Ossaka to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ossaka to Kyoto train from?

Ossaka to Kyoto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, depart from Yamato-Yagi station.

Where does the Ossaka to Kyoto train arrive?

Ossaka to Kyoto train services, operated by Kintetsu Railway Limited Express, arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ossaka to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Ossaka to Kyoto is 64 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Ossaka to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3733+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Ossaka to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ossaka to Kyoto by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōtotrain Limited Express / ...
1h 29m
¥1,870–2,317
Drive 64.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ossaka to Kyotocar 64.4 km
1h 5m
¥1,117–1,613
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ossaka to Kyototaxi 64.4 km
1h 5m
¥24,000–29,000
Train via Nara
1. Take the train from Sakurai(Nara) to Naratrain [26566] JR Manyo Mahoroba / ...
2. Take the train from Nara to Kyōtotrain D: Nara Line Local / ...
2h 7m
¥1,189–1,666

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Distance: 62.9 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Ossaka, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

Kintetsu Railway Limited Express operates a train from Yamato-Yagi to Kyōto hourly. Tickets cost ¥1,600–2,000 and the journey takes 55 min.

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