Day trip from Kyoto to Osaka by train
How to get from Kyoto to Osaka by train?
There are 165 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 12m.
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Hikari 6493:33 PM 2h39 Tokyo Station 6:12 PM Kyoto Station €81 1 One-way 0 transfers- Nozomi 43
3:12 PM 2h11 Tokyo Station 5:23 PM Kyoto Station €81 1 One-way 0 transfers - Nozomi 51
4:48 PM 2h12 Tokyo Station 7:00 PM Kyoto Station €81 1 One-way 0 transfers
Best day trips from Kyoto by train
The most popular day trips by train from Kyoto are Osaka, Nara, and Kobe. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Kyoto on Omio.
Day trip from Kyoto to Nara by train
How to get from Kyoto to Nara by train?
There are 61 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:34, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 47m.
Day trip from Kyoto to Kobe by train
How to get from Kyoto to Kobe by train?
There are 72 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 14:05. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 26m.
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Popular trains to and from Kyoto
Popular trains to Kyoto
Hiroshima to Kyoto train
from €61
Direct trains available
1h35 average duration
57trains per day
Served by
- JR West
Odawara to Kyoto train
from €61
Direct trains available
1h43 average duration
18trains per day
Served by
- JR Central
Tokyo to Kyoto train
from €75
Direct trains available
2h00 average duration
133trains per day
Served by
- JR Central
Popular trains from Kyoto
Kyoto to Osaka train
from €8
Direct trains available
0h12 average duration
165trains per day
Served by
- JR Central
- JR West
Kyoto to Hiroshima train
from €61
Direct trains available
1h34 average duration
54trains per day
Served by
- JR Central
Kyoto to Tokyo train
from €75
Direct trains available
2h00 average duration
151trains per day
Served by
- JR Central
Train companies: JR Central to Kyoto trainsTravel to Kyoto on JR Central trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
JR Central
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average JR Central Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest JR Central Price
€75
JR Central frequency
256 a day
Luggage included
Two carry-on items that each have a total length, width, and height within 250 centimeters (length up to two meters) and are within 30 kilograms in weight are allowed on board.
Additional luggage
Oversized baggage compartments are available on a first-come, first-served basis without a prior seat reservation.
Luggage storage
Oversized baggage compartments are located in the connecting passageways of 16-car trains and are clearly marked.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Refund
A full refund is made of fares and charges when a trip is canceled.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Seat reservations can be made without additional payment.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchairs with a length and height within 120 centimeters and a width within 70 centimeters are allowed on board.
Bikes
Bicycles used for cycling and sports tournaments must be disassembled and placed in bike travel bags.
Pets
Small dogs, cats, birds, or similar small animals are allowed if they are in a case within 120 cm and the combined weight of the case and animal is within 10 kilograms.
station information and services
Train stations in Kyoto
Check where to Kyoto trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
Kyoto StationKarasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan
City-centre transport
Getting to Kyoto Station from Kyoto city centre
Kyoto Station is 3 km from Kyoto city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainJR Sagano Line Rapid Service, Sagano Line Local, Hashidate, Kinosaki, [188384] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 4, [188391] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 2 · 6m · €1 · every ~19 min
Bus205 · 7m · €1 · every ~34 min
28m
SubwayK: Karasuma · 7m · €1 · every ~16 min
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.
Saga-Arashiyama Station11-1 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373, Japan
Saga-Arashiyama Station train station facilities and services
Saga-Arashiyama Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saga-Arashiyama Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Inari StationFukakusa Inarionmaecho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0881, Japan
Inari Station train station facilities and services
Inari Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inari Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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