Fukuoka City to Kyoto

Fukuoka City to Kyoto

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Fukuoka City to Kyoto Schedule

Fukuoka City to Kyoto Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daishinto Bus Express 21:30 - 08:30¥ 4,257
Sunshine Express SN6 Intercity 23:15 - 09:45¥ 3,245

Transportation from Fukuoka City to Kyoto

Facts about the transport from Fukuoka City to Kyoto

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport2h 48m
Earliest Departure7:39 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day2
Distance637 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaishinto Bus, Shinkansen JR Central, Sunshine Express SN6

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How to get from Fukuoka City to Kyoto

Travelling between Fukuoka City and Kyoto is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 27.00 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 25.68.

How long does it take to get from Fukuoka City to Kyoto?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 11 hours to travel between Fukuoka City and Kyoto depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Fukuoka City and Kyoto. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 48m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h to reach Kyoto.

How much does it cost to get from Fukuoka City to Kyoto?

Travelling between Fukuoka City and Kyoto can be as cheap as USD 25.68 if you opt for a Sunshine Express SN6 bus and as expensive as USD 27.00 if you buy a Daishinto Bus Bus ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Fukuoka City and Kyoto ?

  • 2 from Fukuoka to Kyoto starting from 21:30 Fukuoka City until 23:15 Fukuoka City

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Fukuoka City to Kyoto.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Fukuoka to Kyoto overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Fukuoka and Kyoto

Daishinto Bus, Sunshine Express SN6

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Fukuoka City to Kyoto?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 84% took a train
  • 16% opted for a bus