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

The cheapest way to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto is to bus and train via Osaka which costs ¥3100 - ¥4500 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto is to bus and train via Osaka which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4500.

Is there a direct bus between Shimbashi and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimbashi to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Shimbashi and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Okayama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Shimbashi to Kyoto?

The distance between Shimbashi and Kyoto is 210 km. The road distance is 194.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto without a car is to bus and train via Osaka which takes 2h 20m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimbashi to Kyoto bus from?

Shimbashi to Kyoto bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, depart from Okayama station.

Where does the Shimbashi to Kyoto bus arrive?

Shimbashi to Kyoto bus services, operated by Ryobi Bus, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Can I drive from Shimbashi to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimbashi to Kyoto is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Shimbashi to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3737+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Shimbashi to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train via Osaka
best
1. Take the bus from Shimbashi to Okayama Sta.bus
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain
2h 20m
¥3,100–4,497
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus Kyoto
5h 11m
¥4,096–4,690
Drive 194.3 km
1. Drive from Shimbashi to Kyotocar 194.3 km
2h 39m
¥3,370–4,868
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shimbashi to Okayama Sta.bus A1 西大寺→東山・天満屋→岡山駅 / ...
2. Take the train from Okayama to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 13m

Shimbashi to Kyoto by bus and train

322Weekly Services

2h 20mAverage Duration

¥3,100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.5 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Shimbashi, Okayama-ken, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

Ryobi Bus operates a bus from Okayama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ¥3,900–4,400 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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