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The cheapest and fastest trains from Osaka to Kyoto
Showing times and prices for 30 Mar
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
58
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Osaka to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Osaka to Kyoto will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $10.
Fast trains
Of the 58 trains that leave Osaka for Kyoto every day 58 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.
Haruka 809:33AM0h31Osaka Station10:04AMKyoto Station$101One-way0 changes- Haruka 5409:02PM0h30Osaka Station09:32PMKyoto Station$101One-way0 changes
- Haruka 3003:02PM0h32Osaka Station03:34PMKyoto Station$101One-way0 changes
- Haruka 1210:32AM0h32Osaka Station11:04AMKyoto Station$101One-way0 changes
- Haruka 5810:11PM0h31Osaka Station10:42PMKyoto Station$101One-way0 changes
Thunderbird 4908:54PM0h26Osaka Station09:20PMKyoto Station$151One-way0 changes- Thunderbird 3905:40PM0h26Osaka Station06:06PMKyoto Station$151One-way0 changes
- Thunderbird 4507:10PM0h26Osaka Station07:36PMKyoto Station$151One-way0 changes
- Thunderbird 3103:40PM0h26Osaka Station04:06PMKyoto Station$151One-way0 changes
- Thunderbird 1309:41AM0h26Osaka Station10:07AMKyoto Station$151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Osaka to Kyoto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Osaka to Kyoto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a coach costs an average of $23.
Distance: 43 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$10 Average Price Cheapest | $23 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Osaka to Kyoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Osaka to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Monday, 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird 1 | 9:30 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 9:58 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 3 | 10:00 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 10:28 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 2 | 10:38 pm Osaka Station | 0h33 | 11:11 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 5 | 10:40 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 11:08 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 7 | 11:10 pm Osaka Station | 0h29 | 11:39 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 4 | 11:27 pm Osaka Station | 0h32 | 11:59 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 9 | 11:42 pm Osaka Station | 0h27 | 12:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 30 March | |||||
| Haruka 6 | 12:01 am Osaka Station | 0h33 | 12:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 11 | 12:12 am Osaka Station | 0h29 | 12:41 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 8 | 12:33 am Osaka Station | 0h31 | 1:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 13 | 12:41 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 1:07 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 10 | 1:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 1:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 15 | 1:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 1:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 12 | 1:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 2:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 17 | 1:42 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 2:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 Kuroshio 12 | 1:47 am Osaka Station | 0h30 | 2:17 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 14 | 2:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 2:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 19 | 2:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 2:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 16 | 2:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 3:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 18 | 3:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 3:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 21 | 3:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 3:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 20 | 3:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 4:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 23 | 3:42 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 4:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 22 | 4:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 4:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 25 | 4:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 4:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 24 | 4:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 5:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 26 | 5:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 5:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 27 | 5:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 5:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 28 | 5:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 6:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 30 | 6:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 6:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 29 | 6:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 6:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 32 | 6:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 7:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 31 | 6:40 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 7:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 34 | 7:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 7:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 33 | 7:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 7:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 36 | 7:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 8:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 35 | 7:40 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 8:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 38 | 8:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 8:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 37 | 8:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 8:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 40 | 8:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 9:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 39 | 8:40 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 9:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 42 | 9:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 9:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 41 | 9:10 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 9:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 44 | 9:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 10:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 43 | 9:42 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 10:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 46 | 10:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 10:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 45 | 10:10 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 10:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 48 | 10:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 11:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 Super Hakuto 14 | 10:36 am Osaka Station | 0h30 | 11:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 50 | 11:02 am Osaka Station | 0h30 | 11:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 47 | 11:07 am Osaka Station | 0h29 | 11:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 52 | 11:32 am Osaka Station | 0h31 | 12:03 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 49 | 11:54 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 12:20 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 54 | 12:02 pm Osaka Station | 0h30 | 12:32 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Super Hakuto 16 | 12:07 pm Osaka Station | 0h30 | 12:37 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 56 | 12:32 pm Osaka Station | 0h31 | 1:03 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 58 | 1:11 pm Osaka Station | 0h31 | 1:42 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 60 | 2:04 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 2:32 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 1 | 9:30 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 9:58 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 3 | 10:00 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 10:28 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 2 | 10:38 pm Osaka Station | 0h33 | 11:11 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 5 | 10:40 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 11:08 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 7 | 11:10 pm Osaka Station | 0h29 | 11:39 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 4 | 11:27 pm Osaka Station | 0h32 | 11:59 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 9 | 11:42 pm Osaka Station | 0h27 | 12:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 6 | 12:01 am Osaka Station | 0h33 | 12:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 11 | 12:12 am Osaka Station | 0h29 | 12:41 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 8 | 12:33 am Osaka Station | 0h31 | 1:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 13 | 12:41 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 1:07 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 10 | 1:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 1:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 15 | 1:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 1:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 12 | 1:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 2:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 17 | 1:42 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 2:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kuroshio 12 | 1:47 am Osaka Station | 0h30 | 2:17 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 14 | 2:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 2:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 19 | 2:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 2:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 16 | 2:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 3:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 18 | 3:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 3:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 21 | 3:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 3:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 20 | 3:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 4:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 23 | 3:42 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 4:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 22 | 4:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 4:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 25 | 4:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 4:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 24 | 4:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 5:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 26 | 5:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 5:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 27 | 5:12 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 5:39 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 28 | 5:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 6:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 30 | 6:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 6:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 29 | 6:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 6:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 32 | 6:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 7:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 31 | 6:40 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 7:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 34 | 7:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 7:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 33 | 7:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 7:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 36 | 7:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 8:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 35 | 7:40 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 8:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 38 | 8:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 8:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 37 | 8:09 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 8:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 40 | 8:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 9:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 39 | 8:40 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 9:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 42 | 9:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 9:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 41 | 9:10 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 9:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 44 | 9:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 10:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 43 | 9:42 am Osaka Station | 0h27 | 10:09 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 46 | 10:02 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 10:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 45 | 10:10 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 10:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 48 | 10:32 am Osaka Station | 0h32 | 11:04 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Super Hakuto 14 | 10:36 am Osaka Station | 0h30 | 11:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 50 | 11:02 am Osaka Station | 0h30 | 11:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 47 | 11:07 am Osaka Station | 0h29 | 11:36 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 52 | 11:32 am Osaka Station | 0h31 | 12:03 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thunderbird 49 | 11:54 am Osaka Station | 0h26 | 12:20 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 54 | 12:02 pm Osaka Station | 0h30 | 12:32 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Super Hakuto 16 | 12:07 pm Osaka Station | 0h30 | 12:37 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 56 | 12:32 pm Osaka Station | 0h31 | 1:03 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 58 | 1:11 pm Osaka Station | 0h31 | 1:42 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Haruka 60 | 2:04 pm Osaka Station | 0h28 | 2:32 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Osaka to Kyoto
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Trains from Osaka to Kyoto run on average 45 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 45 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 28m.
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 43 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 45 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 23:04 |
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 Osaka to Kyoto trainsJR West trains will get you between Osaka and Kyoto from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
JR West
About
West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
$9
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.
FAQs: Osaka to Kyoto train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Osaka 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.
Cheap train tickets from Osaka to Kyoto can start from as little as $9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Osaka to Kyoto is $10; 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 Osaka to Kyoto is 28m to travel the 43 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 Osaka to Kyoto leaves at 5:45 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Osaka to Kyoto leaves at 11:04 pm.
Yes, there are 45 direct trains a day from Osaka to Kyoto with JR West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Osaka 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 Osaka and Kyoto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Kyoto from Osaka is worth doing with a journey time of 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Osaka to Kyoto is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Osaka and Kyoto including taking a train and coach.
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