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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 26

Cheapest price on Oct 26

€66

Average ticket price on Oct 26

€66

Fastest journey on Oct 26

1 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Oct 26

1 h 36 m

Trains on Oct 26

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.

Fast trains

On Mon, Oct 26, we found 59 trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto, including 59 direct services.

On Mon, Oct 26 the direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Mon, Oct 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.

Nozomi 54
6:18 PM1h40
Hiroshima Station
7:58 PMKyoto Station
€661One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 44
4:43 PM1h37
Hiroshima Station
6:20 PMKyoto Station
€661One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 36
3:18 PM1h41
Hiroshima Station
4:59 PMKyoto Station
€661One-way
0 transfers
Nozomi 78
6:45 AM1h44
Hiroshima Station
8:29 AMKyoto Station
€661One-way
0 transfers
Hikari 700
6:20 AM2h42
Hiroshima Station
9:02 AMKyoto Station
€661One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hiroshima to Kyoto

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Trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto run on average 57 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €61 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.

There are 57 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 1h 35m.

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

Bus from €24

Distance

309 km

Average train duration

1h 40m

Cheapest ticket price

€61

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 35m

First train

6:00 AM

Last train

10:14 PM

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €24

Live departures

Hiroshima to Kyoto train times

The table below shows live departures for Hiroshima to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Nozomi 74	6:00 AM Hiroshima Station	1h43	7:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Hikari 700	6:20 AM Hiroshima Station	2h42	9:02 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 76	6:26 AM Hiroshima Station	1h45	8:11 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 78	6:45 AM Hiroshima Station	1h44	8:29 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 2	7:08 AM Hiroshima Station	1h35	8:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 80	7:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	8:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 82	7:30 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	9:11 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 4	7:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	9:19 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 84	7:57 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	9:38 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 86	8:06 AM Hiroshima Station	1h40	9:46 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 6	8:22 AM Hiroshima Station	1h37	9:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 8	8:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	10:19 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 10	9:07 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	10:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 12	9:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	10:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 124	9:29 AM Hiroshima Station	1h42	11:11 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 14	9:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	11:19 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 90	10:03 AM Hiroshima Station	1h40	11:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 128	10:08 AM Hiroshima Station	1h38	11:46 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 16	10:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	11:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 18	10:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	12:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 92	11:03 AM Hiroshima Station	1h40	12:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 20	11:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	12:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 22	11:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	1:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 94	12:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	1:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 146	12:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	1:53 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 24	12:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	1:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 26	12:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	2:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 96	1:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	2:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 154	1:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	2:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 28	1:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	2:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 30	1:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	3:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 98	2:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	3:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 162	2:14 PM Hiroshima Station	1h38	3:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 32	2:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	3:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 34	2:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	4:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 168	2:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	4:29 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 100	3:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	4:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 172	3:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	4:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 36	3:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	4:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 38	3:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	5:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 178	3:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	5:29 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 40	4:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	5:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 102	4:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	5:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 42	4:22 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	5:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 44	4:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	6:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 184	4:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	6:29 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 46	5:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	6:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 104	5:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	6:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 48	5:22 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	6:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 50	5:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	7:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 52	6:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	7:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 54	6:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	7:58 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 56	6:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	8:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 58	7:06 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	8:46 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 60	7:21 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	9:01 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 62	7:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	9:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 64	8:02 PM Hiroshima Station	1h35	9:37 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 106	8:37 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	10:14 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 108	9:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h42	10:45 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, October 27
Nozomi 74	6:00 AM Hiroshima Station	1h43	7:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Hikari 700	6:20 AM Hiroshima Station	2h42	9:02 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 76	6:26 AM Hiroshima Station	1h45	8:11 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 78	6:45 AM Hiroshima Station	1h44	8:29 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 2	7:08 AM Hiroshima Station	1h35	8:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 80	7:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	8:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 82	7:30 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	9:11 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 4	7:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	9:19 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 84	7:57 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	9:38 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 86	8:06 AM Hiroshima Station	1h40	9:46 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 6	8:22 AM Hiroshima Station	1h37	9:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 8	8:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	10:19 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 10	9:07 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	10:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 12	9:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	10:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 124	9:29 AM Hiroshima Station	1h42	11:11 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 14	9:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	11:19 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 90	10:03 AM Hiroshima Station	1h40	11:43 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 128	10:08 AM Hiroshima Station	1h38	11:46 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 16	10:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	11:59 AM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 132	10:29 AM Hiroshima Station	1h42	12:11 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 18	10:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	12:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 92	11:03 AM Hiroshima Station	1h40	12:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 20	11:18 AM Hiroshima Station	1h41	12:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 22	11:43 AM Hiroshima Station	1h36	1:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 94	12:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	1:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 24	12:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	1:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 26	12:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	2:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 96	1:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	2:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 28	1:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	2:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 30	1:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	3:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 98	2:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	3:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 32	2:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	3:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 34	2:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	4:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 168	2:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	4:29 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 100	3:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	4:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 172	3:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	4:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 36	3:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h41	4:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 38	3:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	5:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 178	3:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	5:29 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 40	4:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	5:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 102	4:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	5:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 42	4:22 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	5:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 44	4:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	6:20 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 184	4:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	6:29 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 46	5:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	6:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 104	5:12 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	6:52 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 48	5:22 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	6:59 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 50	5:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	7:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 190	5:49 PM Hiroshima Station	1h39	7:28 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 52	6:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	7:43 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 54	6:18 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	7:58 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 56	6:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	8:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 58	7:06 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	8:46 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 60	7:21 PM Hiroshima Station	1h40	9:01 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 62	7:43 PM Hiroshima Station	1h36	9:19 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 64	8:02 PM Hiroshima Station	1h35	9:37 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 106	8:37 PM Hiroshima Station	1h37	10:14 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
Nozomi 108	9:03 PM Hiroshima Station	1h42	10:45 PM Kyoto Station	0 transfersDirect
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JR West

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average JR West Duration

1h 35m

Cheapest JR West Price

€61

JR West frequency

105 a day

Luggage included

Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.

Luggage storage

Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.

Cancellation Policy

Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.

Seat reservation

Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.

Bikes

Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.

Pets

Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.

Learn more about JR West

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Hiroshima and Kyoto

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Hiroshima to Kyoto, you can count on JR West for the best way to get you to Kyoto. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Hiroshima and Kyoto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hiroshima to Kyoto by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Hiroshima to Kyoto can start from as little as €61 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hiroshima to Kyoto is €66; 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 train from Hiroshima to Kyoto is 1h 35m to travel the 309 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Hiroshima to Kyoto leaves at 6:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Hiroshima to Kyoto leaves at 10:14 PM.

Yes,there are 57 direct trains a day from Hiroshima to Kyoto with JR West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

A day trip to Kyoto from Hiroshima is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hiroshima and Kyoto including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Hiroshima to Kyoto

Most Hiroshima to Kyoto trains use the Hiroshima Station to Kyoto Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hiroshima and Kyoto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Hiroshima

Arrival train stations in Kyoto

Which Hiroshima station do trains to Kyoto leave from?

Trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto leave from Hiroshima Station. The station is 1 km from Hiroshima city centre at 2-37 Matsubara-cho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan.

Hiroshima Station2-37 Matsubara-cho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Hiroshima Station from Hiroshima city centre

Hiroshima Station is 1 km from Hiroshima city centre. Public transport options include:

Train[31919] JR Geibi, [31986] Miyoshi Liner · 1h 47m · €7 · every ~2 min

Bus高速：庄原～広島線, 高速広島線, 高速：三次～広島線 · 1h 21m · €12 · every ~3 min

Hiroshima Station train station facilities and services

Hiroshima Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Over 100 dining options including Japanese and international cuisine

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in Tourist Information Center and main waiting areas. ATMs are international ATMs available throughout the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Hiroshima Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hiroshima Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hiroshima Station: Elevators and escalators available; accessible restrooms.

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