What is the cheapest way to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥4900 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Shizuoka Station and Kyoto?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shizuoka Station station and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Shizuoka Station and Kyoto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shizuoka and arriving at Kyoto. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto?

The distance between Shizuoka Station and Kyoto is 309 km. The road distance is 285.1 km.

How do I travel from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto?

The train from Shizuoka to Kyoto takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Shizuoka Station to Kyoto bus from?

Shizuoka Station to Kyoto bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, depart from Shizuoka Station.

Where do I catch the Shizuoka Station to Kyoto train from?

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

Where does the Shizuoka Station to Kyoto bus arrive?

Shizuoka Station to Kyoto bus services, operated by Shizutetsu Bus, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Shizuoka Station to Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shizuoka Station to Kyoto is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto.

How do I get a train ticket from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto?

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Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3747+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Shizuoka Station to Kyoto - 3 ways to travel via train, night bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shizuoka Station to Kyoto by train, night bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Shizuoka to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 35m
Drive 285.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shizuoka Station to Kyotocar 285.1 km
3h 16m
¥4,910–7,093
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Shizuoka Station to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus
6h 33m
¥6,000–8,000

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Distance: 308.7 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Shizuoka Station, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Shizuoka to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, Shizutetsu Bus operates a vehicle from Shizuoka Station to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 6h 33m.

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