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

The cheapest way to get from Shinjuku to Kyoto is to night bus which costs ¥3900 - ¥11000 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shinjuku to Kyoto is to fly and bus which takes 3h 50m and costs ¥13000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Shinjuku and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Shinjuku and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Shinjuku station to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Shinjuku Station and arriving at Kyoto via Tōkyō Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Shinjuku to Kyoto?

The distance between Shinjuku and Kyoto is 486 km. The road distance is 453.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Shinjuku to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Kyoto bus from?

Shinjuku to Kyoto bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Shinjuku to Kyoto train from?

Shinjuku to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Shinjuku to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Shinjuku to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥15000 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Shinjuku to Kyoto bus arrive?

Shinjuku to Kyoto bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Shinjuku to Kyoto train arrive?

Shinjuku to Kyoto train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Shinjuku to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shinjuku to Kyoto is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Shinjuku to Kyoto.

How do I get a train ticket from Shinjuku to Kyoto?

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Where can I stay near Kyoto?

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Shinjuku to Kyoto - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Shinjuku to Kyoto by train, bus, night bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 2m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 8m
¥3,200–15,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Gatenightbus Jx225
8h 2m
¥3,900–11,000
Drive 453.8 km
1. Drive from Shinjuku to Kyotocar 453.8 km
4h 59m
¥7,883–11,387
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3h 50m
¥13,770–21,170
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Kobe, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
2. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
4h 22m
¥12,040–26,720
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from 新宿 Shinjuku to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 44m
¥17,500–36,217
Subway to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the subway from 代々木 Yoyogi to 大門 Daimonsubway
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
4h 15m
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Ashiya to Kyōtotrain
5h 41m
¥19,889–39,594

Shinjuku to Kyoto by bus

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Distance: 486.4 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Shinjuku, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 8m. Willer Express also services this route once daily.

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