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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Tokyo
Showing times and prices for 28 Mar
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
118
Distance
371 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $105.
Fast trains
Of the 118 trains that leave Kyoto for Tokyo every day 118 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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 2201:21PM2h12
Kyoto Station03:33PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Hikari 51002:08PM2h34
Kyoto Station04:42PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 7207:24AM2h12
Kyoto Station09:36AMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 22208:21AM2h12
Kyoto Station10:33AMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 8810:13AM2h11
Kyoto Station12:24PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 6409:38PM2h07
Kyoto Station11:45PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 21006:14AM2h09
Kyoto Station08:23AMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 26008:15PM2h09
Kyoto Station10:24PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 7007:06AM2h09
Kyoto Station09:15AMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 6009:02PM2h10
Kyoto Station11:12PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Kyoto to Tokyo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kyoto to Tokyo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $94.
Distance: 371 km
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$100 Average Price | $86 Average Price | $66 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kyoto to Tokyo train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Saturday, 28 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:55 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nozomi 210 | 9:14 pm Kyoto Station | 2h09 | 11:23 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 634 | 9:25 pm Kyoto Station | 2h44 | 12:09 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 212 | 9:29 pm Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 11:39 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 66 | 9:38 pm Kyoto Station | 2h13 | 11:51 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 68 | 9:47 pm Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 11:57 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 636 | 9:57 pm Kyoto Station | 2h45 | 12:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 70 | 10:06 pm Kyoto Station | 2h09 | 12:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 214 | 10:12 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 72 | 10:24 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:36 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 216 | 10:30 pm Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 12:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 638 | 10:33 pm Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 1:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 74 | 10:45 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 640 | 10:51 pm Kyoto Station | 2h51 | 1:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 218 | 10:54 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:06 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 220 | 11:01 pm Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 1:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 Kodama 708 | 11:10 pm Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 2:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 76 | 11:13 pm Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 1:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 222 | 11:21 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 78 | 11:30 pm Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 1:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 642 | 11:33 pm Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 2:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 2 | 11:45 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 28 March | |||||
| Nozomi 80 | 12:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 2:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 500 | 12:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 2:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 712 | 12:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 3:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 82 | 12:13 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 2:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 4 | 12:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 2:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 226 | 12:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 2:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 644 | 12:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 3:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 84 | 12:39 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 2:54 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 86 | 12:48 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 3:03 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 6 | 1:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 3:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 502 | 1:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 3:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 716 | 1:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 4:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 88 | 1:13 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 3:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 8 | 1:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 3:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 228 | 1:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 3:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 646 | 1:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 4:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 10 | 1:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 3:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 12 | 2:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 4:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 504 | 2:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 4:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 720 | 2:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 5:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 14 | 2:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 4:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 230 | 2:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 4:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 648 | 2:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 5:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 90 | 2:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 4:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 16 | 3:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 5:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 506 | 3:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 5:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 724 | 3:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 6:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 18 | 3:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 5:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 232 | 3:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 5:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 650 | 3:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 6:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 92 | 3:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 5:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 20 | 4:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 6:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 508 | 4:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 6:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 728 | 4:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 7:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 22 | 4:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 6:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 234 | 4:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 6:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 652 | 4:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 7:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 94 | 4:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 6:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 24 | 5:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 7:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 510 | 5:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 7:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 732 | 5:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 8:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 26 | 5:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 7:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 236 | 5:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 7:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 654 | 5:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 8:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 96 | 5:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 7:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 28 | 6:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 8:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 512 | 6:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 8:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 736 | 6:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 9:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 238 | 6:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 8:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 30 | 6:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 8:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 240 | 6:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 8:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 656 | 6:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 9:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 98 | 6:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 8:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 242 | 6:54 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 9:06 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 32 | 7:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 9:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 514 | 7:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 9:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 740 | 7:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 10:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 244 | 7:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 9:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 34 | 7:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 9:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 246 | 7:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 9:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 658 | 7:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 10:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 100 | 7:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 9:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 36 | 8:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 10:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 516 | 8:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 10:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 744 | 8:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 11:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 248 | 8:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 10:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 38 | 8:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 10:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 250 | 8:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 10:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 660 | 8:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 11:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 40 | 8:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 10:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 102 | 8:54 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 11:06 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 42 | 9:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 11:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 518 | 9:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 11:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 748 | 9:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 12:48 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 44 | 9:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 11:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 254 | 9:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 11:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 662 | 9:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 12:12 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 46 | 9:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 11:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 104 | 9:54 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:06 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 48 | 10:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 12:15 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 520 | 10:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h28 | 12:36 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 752 | 10:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 1:48 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 50 | 10:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:33 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 258 | 10:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:42 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 664 | 10:36 am Kyoto Station | 2h42 | 1:18 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 52 | 10:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:57 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 54 | 11:00 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 1:15 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 522 | 11:03 am Kyoto Station | 2h24 | 1:27 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 260 | 11:15 am Kyoto Station | 2h09 | 1:24 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 56 | 11:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:33 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 262 | 11:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:42 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 666 | 11:36 am Kyoto Station | 2h30 | 2:06 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 58 | 11:47 am Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 1:57 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 668 | 11:59 am Kyoto Station | 2h30 | 2:29 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 60 | 12:02 pm Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 2:12 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 62 | 12:21 pm Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 2:32 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 64 | 12:38 pm Kyoto Station | 2h07 | 2:45 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 210 | 9:14 pm Kyoto Station | 2h09 | 11:23 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 634 | 9:25 pm Kyoto Station | 2h44 | 12:09 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 212 | 9:29 pm Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 11:39 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 66 | 9:38 pm Kyoto Station | 2h13 | 11:51 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 68 | 9:47 pm Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 11:57 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 636 | 9:57 pm Kyoto Station | 2h45 | 12:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 70 | 10:06 pm Kyoto Station | 2h09 | 12:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 72 | 10:24 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:36 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 216 | 10:30 pm Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 12:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 638 | 10:33 pm Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 1:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 74 | 10:45 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 640 | 10:51 pm Kyoto Station | 2h51 | 1:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 218 | 10:54 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:06 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 708 | 11:10 pm Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 2:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 76 | 11:13 pm Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 1:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 222 | 11:21 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 78 | 11:30 pm Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 1:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 642 | 11:33 pm Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 2:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 2 | 11:45 pm Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday, 29 March | |||||
| Nozomi 80 | 12:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 2:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 500 | 12:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 2:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 712 | 12:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 3:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 82 | 12:13 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 2:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 4 | 12:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 2:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 226 | 12:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 2:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 644 | 12:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 3:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 84 | 12:39 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 2:54 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 86 | 12:48 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 3:03 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 6 | 1:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 3:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 502 | 1:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 3:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 716 | 1:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 4:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 88 | 1:13 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 3:24 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 8 | 1:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 3:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 646 | 1:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 4:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 10 | 1:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 3:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 12 | 2:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 4:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 504 | 2:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 4:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 720 | 2:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 5:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 14 | 2:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 4:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 230 | 2:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 4:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 648 | 2:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 5:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 90 | 2:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 4:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 16 | 3:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 5:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 506 | 3:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 5:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 724 | 3:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 6:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 18 | 3:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 5:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 232 | 3:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 5:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 650 | 3:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 6:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 92 | 3:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 5:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 20 | 4:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 6:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 508 | 4:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 6:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 728 | 4:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 7:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 22 | 4:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 6:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 234 | 4:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 6:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 652 | 4:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 7:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 94 | 4:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 6:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 24 | 5:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 7:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 510 | 5:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 7:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 732 | 5:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 8:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 26 | 5:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 7:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 236 | 5:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 7:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 654 | 5:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 8:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 96 | 5:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 7:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 28 | 6:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 8:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 512 | 6:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 8:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 736 | 6:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 9:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 238 | 6:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 8:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 30 | 6:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 8:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 240 | 6:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 8:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 656 | 6:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 9:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 98 | 6:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 8:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 242 | 6:54 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 9:06 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 32 | 7:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 9:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 514 | 7:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 9:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 740 | 7:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 10:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 244 | 7:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 9:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 34 | 7:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 9:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 246 | 7:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 9:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 658 | 7:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 10:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 100 | 7:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 9:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 36 | 8:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 10:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 516 | 8:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 10:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 744 | 8:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 11:48 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 248 | 8:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 10:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 38 | 8:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 10:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 250 | 8:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 10:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 660 | 8:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 11:12 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 40 | 8:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 10:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 102 | 8:54 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 11:06 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 42 | 9:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 11:15 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 518 | 9:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h34 | 11:42 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 748 | 9:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 12:48 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 252 | 9:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 11:27 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 44 | 9:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 11:33 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 254 | 9:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 11:45 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 662 | 9:33 am Kyoto Station | 2h39 | 12:12 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 46 | 9:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 11:57 am Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 104 | 9:54 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:06 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 48 | 10:01 am Kyoto Station | 2h14 | 12:15 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 520 | 10:08 am Kyoto Station | 2h28 | 12:36 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 752 | 10:10 am Kyoto Station | 3h38 | 1:48 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 256 | 10:16 am Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 12:27 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 50 | 10:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:33 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 258 | 10:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:42 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 664 | 10:36 am Kyoto Station | 2h42 | 1:18 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 52 | 10:45 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 12:57 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 54 | 11:00 am Kyoto Station | 2h15 | 1:15 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 522 | 11:03 am Kyoto Station | 2h24 | 1:27 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 260 | 11:15 am Kyoto Station | 2h09 | 1:24 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 56 | 11:21 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:33 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 262 | 11:30 am Kyoto Station | 2h12 | 1:42 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 666 | 11:36 am Kyoto Station | 2h30 | 2:06 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 58 | 11:47 am Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 1:57 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 668 | 11:59 am Kyoto Station | 2h30 | 2:29 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 60 | 12:02 pm Kyoto Station | 2h10 | 2:12 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 62 | 12:21 pm Kyoto Station | 2h11 | 2:32 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 64 | 12:38 pm Kyoto Station | 2h07 | 2:45 pm Tokyo Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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JR Central as well as JR Central, JR Central, Starflyer, JR Central and more offer trains services from Kyoto to Tokyo.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyoto to Tokyo
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Trains from Kyoto to Tokyo run on average 108 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 but you can travel from only $38 by flight.
There are 108 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 371 km distance in 2h 7m.
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
Flight from $38
Distance 371 km |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 |
Trains per day 108 |
Direct trains 108 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 21:44 |
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
Flight from $38
Train companies: JR Central, Starflyer from Kyoto to Tokyo trainsJR Central, Starflyer trains will get you between Kyoto and Tokyo from $38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
JR Central
About
Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) is a leading railway operator in Japan's Chūbu region, established in 1987. Headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, JR Central is renowned for operating the Tōkaidō Shinkansen, the world's busiest high-speed rail line connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. The company manages approximately 1,970 kilometers of railway routes, including the Tōkaidō Main Line and several regional lines. Beyond transportation, JR Central engages in various businesses such as logistics, real estate, and retail, contributing significantly to the regional economy. With a commitment to safety, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, JR Central continues to play a pivotal role in Japan's transportation infrastructure.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
$94
JR Central frequency
109 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.
Starflyer
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$92
Luggage included
1 piece of carry-on baggage (55x40x25cm) up to 7kg
Additional luggage
Checked baggage up to 20kg available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets available with cancellation fees, non-refundable tickets cannot be cancelled
Pregnant on board
Up to 36 weeks for single pregnancy, 32 weeks for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 6-11 can travel as UM with advance arrangement and fees
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 10kg including carrier
FAQs: Kyoto to Tokyo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Kyoto to Tokyo can start from as little as $94 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kyoto to Tokyo is $100; 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 Tokyo is 2h 7m to travel the 371 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 Tokyo leaves at 6:00 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Kyoto to Tokyo leaves at 9:44 pm.
Yes, there are 108 direct trains a day from Kyoto to Tokyo with JR Central, JR Central, JR Central, Starflyer, JR Central. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Kyoto to Tokyo, you can count on JR Central, JR Central, JR Central, Starflyer, JR Central for the best way to get you to Tokyo. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Kyoto and Tokyo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Tokyo from Kyoto is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 7m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Kyoto to Tokyo is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kyoto and Tokyo including taking a coach, train and flight.
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