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

The cheapest way to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥2900 - ¥4300 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

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 9m.

Is there a direct train between Shimbashi and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Shimbashi to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Saidaiji and arriving at Kyōto via Okayama and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Shimbashi to Kyoto?

The distance between Shimbashi and Kyoto is 212 km. The road distance is 194.4 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 train which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m 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 do I catch the Shimbashi to Kyoto train from?

Shimbashi to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saidaiji station.

Train or bus from Shimbashi to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Shimbashi to Kyoto is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥4100 - ¥4700 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Shimbashi to Kyoto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shimbashi to Kyoto train arrive?

Shimbashi to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Okayama station.

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 3795+ 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 train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saidaiji to Okayamatrain
2. Take the train from Okayama to Shin Osakatrain
3. Take the train from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Kyōtotrain
2h 10m
¥3,146–4,541
Drive 194.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shimbashi to Kyotocar 194.4 km
2h 39m
¥2,957–4,271
Bus
1. Take the bus from Okayama to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus Kyoto
5h 9m
¥4,100–4,697
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 7m

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Distance: 211.8 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a vehicle from Shimbashi to Kyōto via Saidaiji, Okayama, Shin Osaka, and Shin-Ōsaka Station in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, 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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