Tokyo to Kyoto bus with Willer Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tokyo to Kyoto

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 23

Cheapest price on Sep 23

€42

Average ticket price on Sep 23

€50

Fastest journey on Sep 23

7 h 45 m

Average journey duration on Sep 23

8 h 9 m

Buses on Sep 23

4

Distance

371 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.

Fast buses

On Wed, Sep 23, we found 4 buses from Tokyo to Kyoto, including 4 direct services.

On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 371 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .

On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.

  • Willer Express
    12:00 PM8h30
    Tokyo
    8:30 PMKyoto
    €421One-way
    0 transfers
  • Willer Express
    1:50 PM8h25
    Tokyo
    10:15 PMKyoto
    €421One-way
    0 transfers
  • Willer Express
    2:00 PM7h45
    Tokyo
    9:45 PMKyoto
    €511One-way
    0 transfers
  • Willer Express
    1:30 PM7h55
    Tokyo
    9:25 PMKyoto
    €651One-way
    0 transfers

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Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Tokyo to Kyoto

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Kyoto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, while a flight costs an average of €299.

Distance: 371 km

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Bus
Most popular
Flight
Train

€60

Average price

Cheapest

€299

Average price

€78

Average price

9h 3m

Average total duration

8h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 6m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Willer Express

Most popular bus company

Japan Airlines

Most popular airline

JR Central

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto is a bus with an average price of €60.

This is compared to other travel options from Tokyo to Kyoto:

A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tokyo to Kyoto costing on average €78.

A bus is €239 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tokyo to Kyoto costing on average €299.

The fastest way to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 6m.

Other travel options to Kyoto take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Live departures

Tokyo to Kyoto bus times

The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Kyoto buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Willer Express12:00 PM Tokyo
8h30
8:30 PM Kyoto0 transfersDirect
Willer Express1:30 PM Tokyo
7h55
9:25 PM Kyoto0 transfersDirect
Willer Express1:50 PM Tokyo
8h25
10:15 PM Kyoto0 transfersDirect
Willer Express2:00 PM Tokyo
7h45
9:45 PM Kyoto0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Tokyo to Kyoto

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Buses from Tokyo to Kyoto run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.

There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 371 km distance in 7h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €30
Distance
371 km
Average bus duration
8h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€34
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
7h 40m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
56 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €30

Bus providers: Willer Express from Tokyo to KyotoYou can travel by bus between Tokyo to Kyoto with Willer Express for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Willer Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Willer Express Duration
7h 40m
Cheapest Willer Express Price
€34
Willer Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Luggage is stored in the bus trunk or overhead compartments, depending on bus type.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations may incur fees; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Refund
Refunds are provided for cancellations; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted to travel on Willer Express buses.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
An arrangement fee of 330 yen is charged for each trip upon reservation of an intercity express bus with reserved seats.
Toilets

FAQs: Bus from Tokyo to Kyoto

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Tokyo to Kyoto can start from as little as €34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tokyo to Kyoto is €60; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Tokyo to Kyoto is 7h 40m to travel the 371 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Tokyo to Kyoto leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tokyo to Kyoto leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Tokyo to Kyoto with Willer Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tokyo to Kyoto, you can count on Willer Express for the best way to get you to Kyoto. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tokyo and Kyoto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Tokyo to Kyoto is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto including taking a bus, train, and flight.
No, the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto has no accessibility options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto for coach company Willer Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto depends on the coach companies:
  • Willer Express
    • Cancellations may incur fees
    • specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto:
  • Willer Express
    • Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto with the following coach company: Willer Express
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Tokyo to Kyoto.

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