What is the cheapest way to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto is to train via Yodoyabashi which costs ¥950 - ¥1300 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1600.

Is there a direct bus between Sakai Station and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Sakai Station station to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Nanba Station, Osaka and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Osaka Airport and Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Sakai Station and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai Station to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Sakai and arriving at Kyōto via Dobutsuen-Mae and Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Sakai Station to Kyoto?

The distance between Sakai Station and Kyoto is 64 km. The road distance is 61.9 km.

How do I travel from Sakai Station to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800.

How long does it take to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai Station to Kyoto bus from?

Sakai Station to Kyoto bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Nanba Station, Osaka.

Where do I catch the Sakai Station to Kyoto train from?

Sakai Station to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Tennōji station.

Train or bus from Sakai Station to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥2000 - ¥2500 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Sakai Station to Kyoto bus arrive?

Sakai Station to Kyoto bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal station.

Where does the Sakai Station to Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakai Station to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakai Station to Kyoto is 62 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Sakai Station to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3743+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sakai Station to Kyoto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
1h 25m
¥1,260–1,737
Train via Yodoyabashi
cheapest
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Jingu-Marutamachitrain Keihan Main Line / ...
1h 56m
¥980–1,227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nanba Station, Osaka to Osaka Itami Airport North Terminalbus N
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
2h 11m
¥1,997–2,486
Drive 61.9 km
1. Drive from Sakai Station to Kyotocar 61.9 km
1h 5m
¥1,074–1,551
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakai Station to Kyototaxi 61.9 km
1h 5m
¥23,000–28,000

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Distance: 63.6 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Sakai Station, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tennōji to Kyōto hourly. Tickets cost ¥800–1,200 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sakai to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Namba, Nanba Station, Osaka, Osaka Itami Airport North Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Shiokoji Takakura in around 2h 11m.

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