What is the cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower is to night bus via Keisei-Ueno which costs ¥6000 - ¥8500 and takes 9h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

The fastest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower is to fly and bus which takes 3h 49m and costs ¥13000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kyoto Tower?

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

Is there a direct train between Tokyo and Kyoto Tower?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tōkyō Station station and arriving at Kyoto. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

The distance between Tokyo and Kyoto Tower is 477 km. The road distance is 455.7 km.

How do I travel from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower without a car?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

The train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kyoto Tower bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tokyo to Kyoto Tower train from?

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

Train or bus from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

The best way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3200 - ¥12000 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Tokyo to Kyoto Tower bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tokyo to Kyoto Tower train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

Yes, the driving distance between Tokyo to Kyoto Tower is 456 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower.

How do I get a train ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower?

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Where can I stay near Kyoto Tower?

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Tokyo to Kyoto Tower - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 11 ways to get from Tokyo to Kyoto Tower by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
2h 41m
Bus via Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyoto Station Hachijo Guchibus Jx225
7h 22m
¥2,200–15,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
7h 11m
¥3,200–12,000
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu Street to Kyoto Station Hachijo gatenightbus Flying Sneaker / ...
7h 23m
¥4,000–15,000
Drive 455.7 km
1. Drive from Tokyo to Kyoto Towercar 455.7 km
4h 59m
¥7,907–11,420
Night bus via Keisei-Ueno
1. Take the night bus from Keisei-Ueno to Kyoto Station Hachijoguchinightbus Kyoto
9h 29m
¥6,000–8,500
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 49m
¥13,690–21,214
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 18m
¥11,960–26,764
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station 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 25m
¥17,263–35,915
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
2. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
4h 14m
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 7m
¥19,690–39,164

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,175Cheapest Price

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Distance: 476.6 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Kyoto Tower, 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.

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