Okayama to Kyoto

Okayama to Kyoto

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Transportation from Okayama to Kyoto

Facts about the transport from Okayama to Kyoto

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport1h 7m
Earliest Departure7:33 早上
Latest Departure10:24 晚上
Departures per day9
Distance216 kilometers
Transport CompaniesShimotsui Dentetsu ZSM1, Shinkansen JR Central, Syoei Bus SY

How to get from Okayama to Kyoto

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 53.94 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 24.07.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Okayama and Kyoto depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Okayama and Kyoto. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 7m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 2h 57m to reach Kyoto.

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

Travelling between Okayama and Kyoto can be as cheap as USD 24.07 if you opt for a Shimotsui Dentetsu ZSM1 bus and as expensive as USD 53.94 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 Okayama and Kyoto ?

  • 6 from Okayama to Kyoto starting from 09:17 Okayama until 19:17 Okayama
  • 3 from Okayama to Kyoto starting from 07:33 Okayama until 18:33 Okayama

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Okayama 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 Okayama and Kyoto

Shimotsui Dentetsu ZSM1

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 Okayama 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

  • 37% took a train
  • 37% chosen Bus+Train
  • 26% opted for a bus