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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Hiroshima

Showing times and prices for 27 May

Cheapest price

$77

Average price

$77

Fastest journey

1 h 36 m

Average duration

1 h 36 m

Trains per day

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kyoto to Hiroshima will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $77.

Fast trains

Of the 56 trains that leave Kyoto for Hiroshima every day 56 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These 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 .

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.

Nozomi 23
12:25 PM1h37
Kyoto Station
2:02 PMHiroshima Station
$771One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 1
8:09 AM1h40
Kyoto Station
9:49 AMHiroshima Station
$771One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 39
4:25 PM1h37
Kyoto Station
6:02 PMHiroshima Station
$771One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 35
3:25 PM1h37
Kyoto Station
5:02 PMHiroshima Station
$771One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 73
4:02 PM1h40
Kyoto Station
5:42 PMHiroshima Station
$771One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train 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 coach with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $76.

Distance: 309 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
$81 Average Price	$39 Average Price Cheapest
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Kyoto to Hiroshima train times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Hiroshima trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Nozomi 101	6:55 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	8:36 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 731	7:20 AM Kyoto Station	1h44	9:04 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 103	7:41 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	9:17 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 733	8:01 AM Kyoto Station	1h55	9:56 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 99	8:03 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	9:39 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 1	8:09 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	9:49 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 111	8:17 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	9:58 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 3	8:26 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	10:02 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 735	8:29 AM Kyoto Station	2h04	10:33 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 5	8:47 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	10:27 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 7	9:02 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	10:42 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 117	9:14 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	10:55 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 9	9:25 AM Kyoto Station	1h37	11:02 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 11	9:46 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	11:27 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 13	10:02 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	11:38 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 61	10:16 AM Kyoto Station	1h43	11:59 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 15	10:25 AM Kyoto Station	1h37	12:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 127	10:33 AM Kyoto Station	1h42	12:15 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 17	10:46 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	12:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 63	11:02 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	12:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 135	11:16 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	12:56 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 19	11:25 AM Kyoto Station	1h37	1:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 21	11:46 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	1:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 65	12:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	1:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 143	12:16 PM Kyoto Station	1h39	1:55 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 23	12:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	2:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 25	12:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	2:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 67	1:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	2:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 27	1:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	3:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 29	1:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	3:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 69	2:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	3:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 31	2:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	4:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 33	2:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	4:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 71	3:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	4:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 35	3:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	5:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 37	3:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	5:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 73	4:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	5:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 39	4:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	6:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 41	4:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	6:23 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 179	4:52 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	6:33 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 75	5:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	6:46 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 43	5:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	7:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 45	5:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	7:23 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 77	6:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	7:46 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 47	6:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	8:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 49	6:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	8:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 51	7:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	8:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 53	7:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	9:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 55	7:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	9:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 79	8:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	9:46 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 57	8:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	10:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 81	8:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	10:30 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 59	9:07 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	10:44 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 83	9:22 PM Kyoto Station	1h45	11:07 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 87	9:53 PM Kyoto Station	1h39	11:32 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 89	10:14 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	11:54 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Thursday, 28 May
Nozomi 101	6:55 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	8:36 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 731	7:20 AM Kyoto Station	1h44	9:04 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 103	7:41 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	9:17 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 733	8:01 AM Kyoto Station	1h55	9:56 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 99	8:03 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	9:39 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 1	8:09 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	9:49 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 3	8:26 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	10:02 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 735	8:29 AM Kyoto Station	2h04	10:33 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 113	8:34 AM Kyoto Station	1h39	10:13 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 5	8:47 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	10:27 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 7	9:02 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	10:42 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 117	9:14 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	10:55 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 9	9:25 AM Kyoto Station	1h37	11:02 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 119	9:33 AM Kyoto Station	1h38	11:11 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 11	9:46 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	11:27 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 13	10:02 AM Kyoto Station	1h36	11:38 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 61	10:16 AM Kyoto Station	1h43	11:59 AM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 15	10:25 AM Kyoto Station	1h37	12:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 17	10:46 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	12:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 63	11:02 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	12:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 135	11:16 AM Kyoto Station	1h40	12:56 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 19	11:25 AM Kyoto Station	1h37	1:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 21	11:46 AM Kyoto Station	1h41	1:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 65	12:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	1:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 143	12:16 PM Kyoto Station	1h39	1:55 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 23	12:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	2:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 25	12:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	2:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 67	1:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	2:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 27	1:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	3:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 29	1:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	3:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 69	2:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	3:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 31	2:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	4:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 33	2:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	4:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 71	3:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	4:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 35	3:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	5:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 37	3:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	5:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 73	4:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	5:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 39	4:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	6:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 41	4:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	6:23 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 179	4:52 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	6:33 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 75	5:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	6:46 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 43	5:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	7:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 45	5:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	7:23 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 77	6:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	7:46 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 47	6:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	8:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 49	6:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	8:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 51	7:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	8:42 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 53	7:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	9:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 55	7:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h41	9:27 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 79	8:02 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	9:46 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 57	8:25 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	10:02 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 81	8:46 PM Kyoto Station	1h44	10:30 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 59	9:07 PM Kyoto Station	1h37	10:44 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 83	9:22 PM Kyoto Station	1h45	11:07 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 87	9:53 PM Kyoto Station	1h39	11:32 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 89	10:14 PM Kyoto Station	1h40	11:54 PM Hiroshima Station	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kyoto to Hiroshima

Japan

Trains from Kyoto to Hiroshima run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 but you can travel from only $30 by coach.

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 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

Coach from $30

Distance

309 km

Average train duration

1h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$76

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 37m

First train

6:00 AM

Last train

10:14 PM

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Jan - Mar

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Mon

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from $30

Train companies: JR Central from Kyoto to Hiroshima trainsJR Central trains will get you between Kyoto and Hiroshima from $30. 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 38m

Cheapest Price

$76

FAQs: Kyoto to Hiroshima train

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.

Cheap train tickets from Kyoto to Hiroshima can start from as little as $76 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kyoto to Hiroshima is $81; 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 10:14 pm.

Yes, there are 41 direct trains a day from Kyoto to Hiroshima with 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 Central, JR West, JR West 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 April.

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

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Hiroshima

Kyoto

Hiroshima

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.

Kyoto Station Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

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Accessibility

Ticket Office

information

Address

Karasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan

Ticket Office Hours

06:00–23:00

Distance to city center

3 km

Car connection

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Wifi

Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station.

Parking

Parking facilities are available near the station, including a large parking area on the Hachijo side.

Dining

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.

Taxis

Available at designated taxi stands on both the Karasuma and Hachijo sides of the station.

Accessibility

The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.

Restrooms, including accessible facilities, are available throughout the station.

Public transport options for Kyoto Station

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