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

The cheapest way to get from Sakai to Kyoto is to tram and train which costs ¥1000 - ¥1500 and takes 1h 42m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sakai and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Sakai 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 and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Sakai to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Oshoji and arriving at Kyōto via Tennōji. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Sakai to Kyoto?

The distance between Sakai and Kyoto is 63 km. The road distance is 61.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakai to Kyoto without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 42m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Sakai to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakai to Kyoto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sakai to Kyoto train from?

Sakai to Kyoto train services, operated by Hankai Tramway, depart from Oshoji station.

Where does the Sakai to Kyoto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sakai to Kyoto train arrive?

Sakai to Kyoto train services, operated by Hankai Tramway, arrive at Tennojiekimae station.

Can I drive from Sakai to Kyoto?

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

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3731+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Sakai to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sakai to Kyoto by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oshoji to Tennojiekimaetram [167688] Hankai Tramway Hankai Line(Via Uemachi Line)
2. Take the train from Tennōji to Kyōtotrain HARUKA Kansai-Airport Express / ...
1h 42m
¥1,010–1,410
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 61.8 km
1. Drive from Sakai to Kyotocar 61.8 km
1h 5m
¥1,062–1,534
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sakai to Kyototaxi 61.8 km
1h 5m
¥23,000–28,000

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Distance: 62.8 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

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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