The cheapest and fastest buses from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hiroshima to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hiroshima to Kyoto will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 1 buses that leave Hiroshima for Kyoto on Fri, Apr 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 10 the direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Fri, Apr 10 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:20 AM7h05Hiroshima2:25 PMKyoto€301One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM7h05Hiroshima2:25 PMKyoto€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hiroshima to Kyoto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hiroshima to Kyoto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 309 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hiroshima to Kyoto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hiroshima to Kyoto buses for today, Thursday, April 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:05 PM Hiroshima | 7h05 | 6:10 AM Kyoto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, April 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:20 AM Hiroshima | 7h05 | 2:25 PM Kyoto | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Buses from Hiroshima to Kyoto run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 309 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 8:05 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
FAQs: Bus from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hiroshima to Kyoto by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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