Yokohama to Kyoto

Yokohama to Kyoto

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Yokohama to Kyoto Schedule

Yokohama to Kyoto Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 07:09 - 09:05¥ 13,283
Shinkansen JR Central Green Car 09:00 - 10:56¥ 19,079
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 11:07 - 13:03¥ 13,283
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 13:07 - 15:03¥ 13,283
Shinkansen JR Central Green Car 15:07 - 17:03¥ 19,079
Shinkansen JR Central Green Car 17:07 - 19:03¥ 19,079
Shinkansen JR Central Standard 19:10 - 21:06¥ 14,175
Shinkansen JR Central Unreserved seat 20:07 - 22:03¥ 13,283
Kintetsu Bus ZKN12 Intercity 23:59 - 06:22¥ 4,180

Transportation from Yokohama to Kyoto

Facts about the transport from Yokohama to Kyoto

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport1h 56m
Earliest Departure6:18 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day45
Distance441 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAT Liner, Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4, Grace Liner GR2, Kintetsu Bus ZKN12, Kirakira Bus, Sakura Kotsu SK6, Sanei Kotsu KB5, Shinkansen JR Central, Shoei bus, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3

How to get from Yokohama to Kyoto

Travelling between Yokohama 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 122.68 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 18.81.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 8 hours to travel between Yokohama and Kyoto depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Yokohama and Kyoto. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 56m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h 25m to reach Kyoto.

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

Travelling between Yokohama and Kyoto can be as cheap as USD 18.81 if you opt for a AT Liner bus and as expensive as USD 122.68 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 Yokohama and Kyoto ?

  • 33 from Yokohama to Kyoto starting from 06:18 Shin Yokohama until 21:42 Shin Yokohama
  • 12 from Yokohama to Kyoto starting from 09:50 Yokohama city until 23:59 Yokohama city

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Yokohama 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 Yokohama and Kyoto

AT Liner, Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4, Grace Liner GR2 (グレース観光株式会社), Kintetsu Bus ZKN12, Kirakira Bus, Sakura Kotsu SK6, Sanei Kotsu KB5 (三栄交通(KBライナー), Shoei bus, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 (東京富士交通株式会社)

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 Yokohama 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

  • 69% took a train
  • 31% opted for a bus