Kyoto to Shinjuku

Kyoto to Shinjuku

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Kyoto to Shinjuku Schedule

Kyoto to Shinjuku Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 06:14 - 08:29¥ 13,720
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 08:30 - 10:45¥ 13,720
Haruka Express Standard Seat 11:30 - 15:59¥ 1,800
Shinkansen JR Central Green Car 13:24 - 15:39¥ 19,817
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 15:24 - 17:39¥ 14,801
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 17:30 - 19:45¥ 13,720
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 19:24 - 21:39¥ 14,801
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 21:38 - 23:53¥ 13,720
Sakura Kotsu SK4 Express 22:20 - 05:48¥ 7,491

Transportation from Kyoto to Shinjuku

Facts about the transport from Kyoto to Shinjuku

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure6:14 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day15
Distance113 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGrace Liner GR2, Haruka Express, Jetstar Japan, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2, Kirakira Bus, Sakura Kotsu SK6, Sakura Syoei, Sanei Kotsu KB5, Shinkansen JR Central, Sunshine Express SN6, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3, Yamaichi Service AF5, Yutaka YT

Kyoto to Shinjuku Destination Reviews

VG
Could be better but does the job
Bus Express, Sakura Kotsu SK4 (株式会社桜交通 SK4), Apr 19, 2024
VA
Comfortable
Bus Express, Grace Liner GR2 (グレース観光株式会社), Jan 29, 2024
B
No complaints, got me from A to B in the tube suggested, a few stops too stretch my legs.
Bus Liner Standard, Sakura Kotsu (株式会社桜交通), Jan 10, 2024
LZ
Fast and good!!!
Train #NOZOMI 242 Unreserved seat, Shinkansen JR Central (Shinkansen JR Central), Nov 29, 2023
LA
Clean vehicle, temperature ok (not too hot, not too cold)
This review was autotranslated
Bus Liner Standard, Sakura Kotsu (株式会社桜交通), Jul 1, 2023
DB
Bus on time, and nothing different from what was expected.
Bus Express, Sakura Kotsu SK4 (株式会社桜交通 SK4), Apr 28, 2023
TS
Booked the Shinkansen train from Kyoto to Tokyo. Comfortable and fast service. To board the train, you just need to scan the QR-code at the gate.
Train #NOZOMI 218 Standard, Shinkansen JR Central (Shinkansen JR Central), Sep 15, 2021
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How to get from Kyoto to Shinjuku

Travelling between Kyoto and Shinjuku is possible by Flight, bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 54.08 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 25.98.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 9 hours to travel between Kyoto and Shinjuku depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kyoto and Shinjuku. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 6m to reach Shinjuku.

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

Travelling between Kyoto and Shinjuku can be as cheap as USD 25.98 if you opt for a Sanei Kotsu KB5 (三栄交通(KBライナー) bus and as expensive as USD 54.08 if you buy a Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 (東京富士交通株式会社) 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 Kyoto and Shinjuku ?

  • 15 from Kyoto to Tokyo starting from 12:10 Kyoto until 23:59 Kyoto

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 Kyoto and Tokyo

Grace Liner GR2 (グレース観光株式会社), Kintetsu Bus ZKN2, Kirakira Bus, Sakura Kotsu SK6, Sakura Syoei (株式会社桜交通、昌栄バス), Sanei Kotsu KB5 (三栄交通(KBライナー), Sunshine Express SN6, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 (東京富士交通株式会社), Yamaichi Service AF5 (山一サービス), Yutaka YT (株式会社ユタカコーポレーション)

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 Kyoto to Shinjuku?

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

  • 83% took a train
  • 17% opted for a bus