What is the cheapest way to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto?

The cheapest way to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto is to drive which costs ¥3600 - ¥5500 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto?

The fastest way to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8500.

Is there a direct bus between Tottori Sand Dunes and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct bus from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto station. However, there are services departing from Tottori and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Osaka Airport and Shiokoji Takakura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Tottori Sand Dunes and Kyoto?

No, there is no direct train from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto. However, there are services departing from Tottori and arriving at Kyōto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto?

The distance between Tottori Sand Dunes and Kyoto is 258 km. The road distance is 209.4 km.

How do I travel from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto without a car?

The best way to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8500.

How long does it take to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto bus from?

Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, depart from Tottori station.

Where do I catch the Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto train from?

Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Tottori station.

Train or bus from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto?

The best way to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs ¥6000 - ¥8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥7000 - ¥8000 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto bus arrive?

Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto bus services, operated by Nihon Kotsu, arrive at Osaka Airport station.

Where does the Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto train arrive?

Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto?

Yes, the driving distance between Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto is 209 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto.

Where can I stay near Kyoto?

There are 3749+ hotels available in Kyoto.

Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyoto by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tottori to Kyōtotrain Super Hakuto
3h 3m
¥6,051–8,278
Drive 209.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyotocar 209.4 km
3h 17m
¥3,627–5,239
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tottori to Osaka Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 10m
¥7,251–7,978
Taxi, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Tottori Sand Dunes to Tajima Airport (TJH)taxi
2. Fly from Tajima Airport (TJH) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane TJH - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
3h 5m
¥33,749–60,985

Tajima Airport (TJH) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

14Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

¥11,602Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.1 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Tottori Sand Dunes, Japan and Kyoto, Japan?

JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tottori to Kyōto twice daily. Tickets cost ¥3,700–5,500 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Tottori Sand Dunes to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Tottori, Osaka Airport, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, and Shiokoji Takakura in around 4h 10m.

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