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

The cheapest way to get from Sumoto to Kyoto is to bus and train via Kobe which costs ¥2600 - ¥2800 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sumoto to Kyoto is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs ¥2300 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct bus between Sumoto and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Sumoto to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Kobe Sannomiya Station, Osaka Airport and Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Sumoto to Kyoto?

The distance between Sumoto and Kyoto is 143 km. The road distance is 137.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sumoto to Kyoto without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 37m and costs ¥3200 - ¥4000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Sumoto to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sumoto to Kyoto bus from?

Sumoto to Kyoto bus services, operated by Awaji Kotsu, depart from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center station.

Where does the Sumoto to Kyoto bus arrive?

Sumoto to Kyoto bus services, operated by Awaji Kotsu, arrive at Sannomiya BT station.

Can I drive from Sumoto to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sumoto to Kyoto is 137 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Sumoto to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3752+ hotels available in Kyoto.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Kosoku Maikobus
2. Take the train from Maiko to Ōsakatrain
3. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyōtotrain
2h 37m
¥3,290–3,940
Drive 137.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sumoto to Kyotocar 137.1 km
2h 6m
¥2,379–3,436
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Sannomiya BTbus
2. Take the bus from Kobe Sannomiya Station to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3h 48m
¥3,840–4,390
Bus, train via Kobe
1. Take the bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Sannomiya BTbus
2. Take the train from Juusan to Oomiyatrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
3h 19m
¥2,610–2,790

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Distance: 142.9 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Sumoto, Hyōgo, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

You can take a bus from Sumoto Kosoku Bus Center to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Sannomiya BT, Kobe Sannomiya Station, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Shiokoji Takakura in around 3h 48m.

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