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

The cheapest way to get from Saijō to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥4700 - ¥7000 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saijō to Kyoto is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs ¥4700 - ¥7000.

Is there a direct train between Saijō and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Saijō to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Iyo-Saijo and arriving at Kyōto via Okayama and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Saijō to Kyoto?

The distance between Saijō and Kyoto is 331 km. The road distance is 311.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Saijō to Kyoto without a car is to train via Osaka which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Saijō to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saijō to Kyoto train from?

Saijō to Kyoto train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), depart from Iyo-Saijo station.

Where does the Saijō to Kyoto train arrive?

Saijō to Kyoto train services, operated by JR SHIKOKU (Shikoku Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

Can I drive from Saijō to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Saijō to Kyoto is 311 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Saijō to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3795+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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Train via Osaka
best
1. Take the train from Iyo-Saijo to Okayamatrain Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 11
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain Nozomi / ...
3h 18m
Drive 311.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saijō to Kyotocar 311.2 km
4h 29m
¥4,732–6,835
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Iyo-Saijo to Matsuyama(Ehime)train
2. Fly from Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane MYJ - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 28m
Train
1. Take the train from Iyo-Saijo to Okayamatrain Ltd. Exp Shiokaze 11
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
4h 14m

Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

63Weekly Planes

52 minAverage Duration

¥12,031Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.2 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Iyo-Saijo to Kyōto via Okayama, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 3h 18m.

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