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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Hiroshima

Showing times and prices for Apr 12

Cheapest price

€69

Average price

€69

Fastest journey

1 h 36 m

Average duration

1 h 36 m

Trains per day

50

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kyoto to Hiroshima will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.

Fast trains

Of the 50 trains that leave Kyoto for Hiroshima on Sun, Apr 12, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Apr 12 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 36 m .

On Sun, Apr 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.

  • JR CentralNozomi 55
    7:46 PM1h41
    Kyoto Station
    9:27 PMHiroshima Station
    €691One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralNozomi 23
    12:25 PM1h37
    Kyoto Station
    2:02 PMHiroshima Station
    €691One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralNozomi 75
    5:02 PM1h44
    Kyoto Station
    6:46 PMHiroshima Station
    €691One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralNozomi 277
    7:41 AM1h36
    Kyoto Station
    9:17 AMHiroshima Station
    €691One-way
    0 transfers
  • JR CentralNozomi 3
    8:26 AM1h36
    Kyoto Station
    10:02 AMHiroshima Station
    €691One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Kyoto to Hiroshima

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kyoto to Hiroshima 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 42m. 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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€66

Average price

€28

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2h 12m

Average total duration

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1h 42m

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30m

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8h 38m

Average total duration

8h 8m

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Live departures

Kyoto to Hiroshima train times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Hiroshima trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2759:55 PM Kyoto Station
1h41
11:36 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 53110:20 PM Kyoto Station
1h44
12:04 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 27710:41 PM Kyoto Station
1h36
12:17 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 53311:01 PM Kyoto Station
1h55
12:56 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 9911:03 PM Kyoto Station
1h36
12:39 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 111:09 PM Kyoto Station
1h40
12:49 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 311:26 PM Kyoto Station
1h36
1:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 53511:29 PM Kyoto Station
2h04
1:33 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 511:47 PM Kyoto Station
1h40
1:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
Sunday, April 12
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 712:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
1:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 912:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
2:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 1112:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
2:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 131:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h36
2:38 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 611:16 AM Kyoto Station
1h43
2:59 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 151:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
3:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 171:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
3:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 632:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
3:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 192:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
4:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 212:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
4:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 653:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
4:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 233:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
5:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 253:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
5:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 674:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
5:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 274:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
6:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 294:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
6:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 695:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
6:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 315:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
7:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 335:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
7:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 716:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
7:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 356:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
8:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 376:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
8:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 737:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
8:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 397:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
9:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 417:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
9:23 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 758:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h44
9:46 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 438:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
10:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 458:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
10:23 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 779:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h44
10:46 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 479:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
11:02 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 499:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
11:27 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5110:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h40
11:42 AM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5310:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
12:02 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5510:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h41
12:27 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7911:02 AM Kyoto Station
1h44
12:46 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5711:25 AM Kyoto Station
1h37
1:02 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8111:46 AM Kyoto Station
1h44
1:30 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5912:07 PM Kyoto Station
1h37
1:44 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8312:22 PM Kyoto Station
1h45
2:07 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8712:53 PM Kyoto Station
1h39
2:32 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 891:14 PM Kyoto Station
1h40
2:54 PM Hiroshima Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMI2:02 AM Kyoto
1h40
3:42 AM Hiroshima0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL12:07 PM Kyoto
1h37
1:44 PM Hiroshima0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL12:22 PM Kyoto
1h45
2:07 PM Hiroshima0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL1:14 PM Kyoto
1h40
2:54 PM Hiroshima0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL11:29 PM Kyoto
2h04
1:33 AM Hiroshima0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kyoto to Hiroshima

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Trains from Kyoto to Hiroshima run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €62 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.

There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 1h 37m.

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 €27
Distance
309 km
Average train duration
1h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€62
Trains per day
39
Direct trains
39
Fastest train
1h 37m
First train
6:00 AM
Last train
9:03 PM
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 €27

Train companies: JR Central, JR West from Kyoto to Hiroshima trainsJR Central, JR West trains will get you between Kyoto and Hiroshima from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

JR Central

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Price
€62
JR Central frequency
40 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.
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JR West

Luggage & cancellation policy
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

FAQs: Trains from Kyoto to Hiroshima

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Kyoto to Hiroshima can start from as little as €62 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kyoto to Hiroshima 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 Kyoto to Hiroshima is 1h 37m 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 Kyoto to Hiroshima leaves at 6:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Kyoto to Hiroshima leaves at 9:03 PM.
Yes,there are 39 direct trains a day from Kyoto to Hiroshima with JR Central, JR Central, JR Central. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Kyoto to Hiroshima, you can count on JR Central, JR Central, JR West, JR_WEST_NOZOMI, JR Central for the best way to get you to Hiroshima. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Kyoto and Hiroshima and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Hiroshima from Kyoto is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 37m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Kyoto to Hiroshima is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kyoto and Hiroshima including taking a train and bus.

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Popular train stations from Kyoto to Hiroshima

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The major train station for departures in Kyoto is Kyoto Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kyoto Station for your trip from Kyoto to Hiroshima.
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Amenities at train station
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address
Address
Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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