Okayama to Kyoto train with JR West

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Okayama to Kyoto

Showing times and prices for 23 Jun

Cheapest price

41S$

Average price

41S$

Fastest journey

59 m

Average duration

59 m

Trains per day

64

Distance

171 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Okayama to Kyoto will cost around 41S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 41S$.

Fast trains

Of the 64 trains that leave Okayama for Kyoto every day 64 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 59 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 WestNozomi 34
    3:20 PM1h00
    Okayama
    4:20 PMKyoto Station
    41 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • JR WestNozomi 92
    11:40 AM1h03
    Okayama
    12:43 PMKyoto Station
    41 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • JR WestNozomi 58
    7:42 PM1h04
    Okayama
    8:46 PMKyoto Station
    41 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • JR WestNozomi 18
    11:20 AM0h59
    Okayama
    12:19 PMKyoto Station
    41 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • JR WestNozomi 60
    8:01 PM1h00
    Okayama
    9:01 PMKyoto Station
    41 S$1One-way
    0 changes

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Live departures

Okayama to Kyoto train times

The table below shows live departures for Okayama to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR WestNozomi 706:01 AM Okayama
1h03
7:04 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 726:18 AM Okayama
1h04
7:22 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 746:42 AM Okayama
1h01
7:43 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 767:06 AM Okayama
1h05
8:11 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 787:25 AM Okayama
1h04
8:29 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7007:40 AM Okayama
1h22
9:02 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 27:44 AM Okayama
0h59
8:43 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 807:58 AM Okayama
1h01
8:59 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 828:07 AM Okayama
1h04
9:11 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 48:20 AM Okayama
0h59
9:19 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 848:33 AM Okayama
1h05
9:38 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7028:42 AM Okayama
1h20
10:02 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 868:46 AM Okayama
1h00
9:46 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 68:58 AM Okayama
1h01
9:59 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 889:06 AM Okayama
1h05
10:11 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 89:20 AM Okayama
0h59
10:19 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7049:36 AM Okayama
1h26
11:02 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 109:43 AM Okayama
1h00
10:43 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 129:58 AM Okayama
1h01
10:59 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1410:20 AM Okayama
0h59
11:19 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 70610:36 AM Okayama
1h26
12:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 9010:40 AM Okayama
1h03
11:43 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1610:58 AM Okayama
1h01
11:59 AM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1811:20 AM Okayama
0h59
12:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 70811:36 AM Okayama
1h26
1:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 9211:40 AM Okayama
1h03
12:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 2011:58 AM Okayama
1h01
12:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 2212:20 PM Okayama
0h59
1:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 71012:36 PM Okayama
1h26
2:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 9412:40 PM Okayama
1h03
1:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 2412:58 PM Okayama
1h01
1:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 261:20 PM Okayama
0h59
2:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7121:36 PM Okayama
1h26
3:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 961:40 PM Okayama
1h03
2:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 281:58 PM Okayama
1h01
2:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 302:20 PM Okayama
1h00
3:20 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7142:36 PM Okayama
1h26
4:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 982:40 PM Okayama
1h03
3:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 322:58 PM Okayama
1h01
3:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 343:20 PM Okayama
1h00
4:20 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7163:36 PM Okayama
1h26
5:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1003:40 PM Okayama
1h03
4:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 363:58 PM Okayama
1h01
4:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 384:20 PM Okayama
1h00
5:20 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7184:36 PM Okayama
1h26
6:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 404:40 PM Okayama
1h03
5:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1024:52 PM Okayama
1h00
5:52 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 424:58 PM Okayama
1h01
5:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 445:20 PM Okayama
1h00
6:20 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7205:36 PM Okayama
1h26
7:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 465:40 PM Okayama
1h03
6:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1045:52 PM Okayama
1h00
6:52 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 485:58 PM Okayama
1h01
6:59 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 506:20 PM Okayama
0h59
7:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestHikari 7226:36 PM Okayama
1h26
8:02 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 526:40 PM Okayama
1h03
7:43 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 546:58 PM Okayama
1h00
7:58 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 567:20 PM Okayama
0h59
8:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 587:42 PM Okayama
1h04
8:46 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 608:01 PM Okayama
1h00
9:01 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 628:20 PM Okayama
0h59
9:19 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 648:37 PM Okayama
1h00
9:37 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1069:13 PM Okayama
1h01
10:14 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect
JR WestNozomi 1089:44 PM Okayama
1h01
10:45 PM Kyoto Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Okayama to Kyoto

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Trains from Okayama to Kyoto run on average 68 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 40S$ if you book in advance.

There are 68 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 09:36. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 59m.

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
Distance
171 km
Average train duration
1h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
40S$
Trains per day
68
Direct trains
68
Fastest train
59m
First train
4:20 AM
Last train
9:36 AM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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

Train companies: JR West from Okayama to Kyoto trainsJR West trains will get you between Okayama and Kyoto from 40S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
43S$

FAQs: Okayama to Kyoto train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Okayama 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Okayama to Kyoto can start from as little as 40S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Okayama to Kyoto is 42S$; 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 Okayama to Kyoto is 59m to travel the 171 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 Okayama to Kyoto leaves at 4:20 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Okayama to Kyoto leaves at 9:36 am.
Yes, there are 68 direct trains a day from Okayama to Kyoto with JR West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Okayama to Kyoto, you can count on JR West for the best way to get you to Kyoto. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Okayama and Kyoto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Kyoto from Okayama is worth doing with a journey time of 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Okayama and Kyoto including taking a train and ferry.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Okayama and Kyoto

Okayama
Kyoto
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00–23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
true
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station
Parking
Parking
  • Parking facilities are available near the station, including a large parking area on the Hachijo side
Dining
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
Taxis
  • Available at designated taxi stands on both the Karasuma and Hachijo sides of the station
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities
WC
WC
  • Restrooms, including accessible facilities, are available throughout the station
Public transport options for Kyoto Station
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