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

The cheapest way to get from Shizuoka to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥4900 - ¥7500 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shizuoka to Kyoto is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs ¥4900 - ¥7500.

Is there a direct bus between Shizuoka and Kyoto?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Shinshizuoka and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Shizuoka 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 to Kyoto?

The distance between Shizuoka and Kyoto is 309 km. The road distance is 285.9 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Shizuoka to Kyoto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shizuoka to Kyoto train from?

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

Where does the Shizuoka to Kyoto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shizuoka to Kyoto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shizuoka to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Shizuoka to Kyoto is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Shizuoka to Kyoto.

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

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Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shizuoka to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 35m
Night bus via Higashi-Shizuoka Station
cheapest
1. Take the night bus from Higashi-Shizuoka Station to Kyoto Station Hachijo gatenightbus Fujiyama Liner
7h 36m
¥3,300–27,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Shinshizuoka to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchinightbus
6h 28m
¥6,000–8,000
Drive 285.9 km
1. Drive from Shizuoka to Kyotocar 285.9 km
3h 14m
¥4,966–7,172

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Distance: 308.7 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Shizuoka, 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 Shinshizuoka to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥6,000–8,000 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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