Hiroshima to Kyoto

Hiroshima to Kyoto

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Hiroshima to Kyoto Schedule

Hiroshima to Kyoto Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 06:26 - 08:11¥ 11,309
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 09:07 - 14:12¥ 12,327
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 10:43 - 12:27¥ 11,969
Shinkansen JR Central Green Car 13:03 - 18:08¥ 16,170
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 15:03 - 16:48¥ 12,327
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 16:03 - 17:48¥ 11,309
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 18:43 - 20:27¥ 11,969
Shinkansen JR Central Green Car 21:03 - 02:08¥ 16,170
Kintetsu Bus ZKN1 AC Seater 22:50 - 07:53¥ 11,396

Transportation from Hiroshima to Kyoto

Facts about the transport from Hiroshima to Kyoto

Cheapest Transport$67
Fastest Transport1h 41m
Earliest Departure6:26 AM
Latest Departure11:07 PM
Departures per day55
Distance85 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKintetsu Bus ZKN1, Shinkansen JR Central

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How to get from Hiroshima to Kyoto

Travelling between Hiroshima 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 105.80 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 66.86.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 10 hours to travel between Hiroshima and Kyoto depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Hiroshima and Kyoto. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 41m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h 3m to reach Kyoto.

How much does it cost to get from Hiroshima to Kyoto?

Travelling between Hiroshima and Kyoto can be as cheap as USD 66.86 if you opt for a Kintetsu Bus ZKN1 bus and as expensive as USD 105.80 if you buy a Shinkansen JR Central Train 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 Hiroshima and Kyoto ?

  • 54 from Hiroshima to Kyoto starting from 06:26 Hiroshima until 21:03 Hiroshima
  • 1 from Hiroshima to Kyoto starting from 23:07 Hiroshima until 23:07 Hiroshima

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima and Kyoto

Kintetsu Bus ZKN1

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 Hiroshima 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

  • 96% took a train
  • 4% opted for a bus