The cheapest and fastest trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
309 km
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 €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 50 trains that leave Hiroshima for Kyoto on Tue, Jul 28, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 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 Tue, Jul 28 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.
Hikari 7006:20 AM2h42Hiroshima Station9:02 AMKyoto Station€621One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 526:03 PM1h40Hiroshima Station7:43 PMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 786:45 AM1h44Hiroshima Station8:29 AMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 648:02 PM1h35Hiroshima Station9:37 PMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 9010:03 AM1h40Hiroshima Station11:43 AMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 648:02 PM1h35Hiroshima Station9:37 PMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 27:08 AM1h35Hiroshima Station8:43 AMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 109:07 AM1h36Hiroshima Station10:43 AMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 566:43 PM1h36Hiroshima Station8:19 PMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
Nozomi 2612:43 PM1h36Hiroshima Station2:19 PMKyoto Station€681One-way0 transfers
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Compare bus and train 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 €24. 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 €24, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 309 km
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2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hiroshima to Kyoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Hiroshima to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 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 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 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 100 | 3:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 4:43 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 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 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 | |
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 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 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 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 100 | 3:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 4:43 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 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 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Trains from Hiroshima to Kyoto run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 41 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.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: JR West, JR Central from Hiroshima to Kyoto trainsJR West, JR Central trains will get you between Hiroshima and Kyoto from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

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.
Which Hiroshima station do trains to Kyoto leave from?
Getting to Hiroshima Station from Hiroshima city centre
Hiroshima Station is 1 km from Hiroshima city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Kyoto station do trains from Hiroshima arrive at?
Getting to Kyoto Station from Kyoto city centre
Kyoto Station is 3 km from Kyoto city centre. Public transport options include:
Kyoto Station train station facilities and services
Kyoto Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station, including a 24-hour ATM at the Post Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kyoto Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kyoto Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyoto Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.
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