What is the cheapest way to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥7500 - ¥11000 and takes 6h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto is to drive which takes 6h 51m and costs ¥7500 - ¥11000.

Is there a direct bus between Shima Onsen and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Shima Onsen to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from 月見橋 and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via 高崎駅東口 and Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Shima Onsen and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Shima Onsen to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Nakanojo and arriving at Marutamachi via Omiya Station, Tōkyō Station and Kyoto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Shima Onsen to Kyoto?

The distance between Shima Onsen and Kyoto is 642 km. The road distance is 438.8 km.

How do I travel from Shima Onsen to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shima Onsen to Kyoto bus from?

Shima Onsen to Kyoto bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, depart from 月見橋 station.

Where do I catch the Shima Onsen to Kyoto train from?

Shima Onsen to Kyoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from Nakanojo station.

Train or bus from Shima Onsen to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 9m.

Where does the Shima Onsen to Kyoto bus arrive?

Shima Onsen to Kyoto bus services, operated by Express bus - Gunma Prefecture, arrive at 高崎駅東口（４番のりば） station.

Where does the Shima Onsen to Kyoto train arrive?

Shima Onsen to Kyoto train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at Ōmiya station.

Can I drive from Shima Onsen to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shima Onsen to Kyoto is 439 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Shima Onsen to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3535+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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There are 8 ways to get from Shima Onsen to Kyoto by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Ōmiyatrain Kusatsu Shima
2. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
6h 54m
Night bus
cheapest
1. Take the nightbus from Naka-Karuizawa to Kyoto Station Hachijo gatenightbus Chikumagawa Liner
15h 2m
¥6,722–13,343
Bus
1. Take the bus from 月見橋 to 高崎駅東口（４番のりば）bus 八王子・高崎～伊香保・四万温泉
2. Take the bus from 高崎駅東口 to 京都駅八条口bus 高速バスシルクライナー(高崎経由)
12h 9m
Drive 438.8 km
1. Drive from Shima Onsen to Kyotocar 438.8 km
6h 51m
¥7,527–10,872
Train via Toyama
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Toyamatrain
3. Take the train from Toyama to Tsurugatrain
4. Take the train from Tsuruga to Kyōtotrain
8h 47m
¥9,672–13,343
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Uenotrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
7h 36m
¥16,532–24,083
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Uenotrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
7h 56m
Train, train to Niigata Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Nakanojo to Takasakitrain
2. Take the train from Takasaki to Niigatatrain
3. Fly from Niigata Airport (KIJ) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane KIJ - ITM
4. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
9h 1m
¥33,562–47,363

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

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1h 18mAverage Duration

¥12,090Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.6 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Shima Onsen, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a bus from 月見橋 to Marutamachi via 中之条駅（おりば）, Nakanojo, Omiya Station, Tōkyō Station, Kyoto, and Kyoto in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 月見橋 to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via 高崎駅東口, 京都駅八条口, and Shiokoji Takakura in around 12h 9m.

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