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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tokyo to Kyoto
Showing times and prices for 28 Mar
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
117
Distance
371 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $99.
Fast trains
Of the 117 trains that leave Tokyo for Kyoto every day 117 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 8 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 9 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 21507:21AM2h11
Tokyo Station09:32AMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Hikari 50710:03AM2h34
Tokyo Station12:37PMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Hikari 50107:03AM2h34
Tokyo Station09:37AMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 4503:30PM2h14
Tokyo Station05:44PMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 6911:48AM2h12
Tokyo Station02:00PMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 27309:24PM2h07
Tokyo Station11:31PMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 106:00AM2h08
Tokyo Station08:08AMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 9508:54PM2h09
Tokyo Station11:03PMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 306:15AM2h09
Tokyo Station08:24AMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Nozomi 21106:42AM2h09
Tokyo Station08:51AMKyoto Station
$991One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Tokyo to Kyoto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Kyoto 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 32m. 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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4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tokyo to Kyoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Saturday, 28 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:13 am
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nozomi 1 | 9:00 pm Tokyo Station | 2h08 | 11:08 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 9:15 pm Tokyo Station | 2h09 | 11:24 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 631 | 9:21 pm Tokyo Station | 2h45 | 12:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 9:33 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 11:45 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 211 | 9:42 pm Tokyo Station | 2h09 | 11:51 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 9:48 pm Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 12:01 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
 Kodama 703 | 9:57 pm Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 1:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 213 | 10:00 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 12:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 501 | 10:03 pm Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 12:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 10:12 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 12:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 215 | 10:21 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 12:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 10:30 pm Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 12:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 633 | 10:33 pm Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 1:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 217 | 10:39 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 12:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 10:48 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 1:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 707 | 10:57 pm Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 2:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 11:00 pm Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 1:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 503 | 11:03 pm Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 1:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 11:12 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 1:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 219 | 11:21 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 1:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 11:30 pm Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 1:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 635 | 11:33 pm Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 2:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 221 | 11:39 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 1:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 11:48 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 2:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 711 | 11:57 pm Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 3:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 223 | 12:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 2:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 505 | 12:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 2:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 225 | 12:09 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 2:21 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 12:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 2:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 227 | 12:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 2:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 12:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 2:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 637 | 12:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 3:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 229 | 12:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 2:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 12:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 3:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 715 | 12:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 4:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 231 | 1:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 3:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 507 | 1:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 3:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 1:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 3:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 233 | 1:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 3:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 1:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 3:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 639 | 1:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 4:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 1:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 4:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 719 | 1:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 5:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 235 | 2:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 4:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 509 | 2:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 4:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 2:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 4:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 2:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 4:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 641 | 2:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 5:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 2:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 5:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 723 | 2:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 6:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 237 | 3:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 5:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 511 | 3:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 5:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 3:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 5:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 3:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 5:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 643 | 3:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 6:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 3:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 6:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 727 | 3:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 7:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 239 | 4:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 6:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 513 | 4:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 6:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 4:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 6:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 4:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 6:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 645 | 4:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 7:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 4:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 7:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 731 | 4:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 8:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 241 | 5:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 7:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 515 | 5:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 7:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 39 | 5:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 7:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 41 | 5:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 7:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 647 | 5:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 8:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 5:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 8:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 735 | 5:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 9:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 243 | 6:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 8:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 517 | 6:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 8:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 43 | 6:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 8:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 45 | 6:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 8:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 649 | 6:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 9:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 245 | 6:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 8:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 6:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 9:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 739 | 6:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 10:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 247 | 7:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 9:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 519 | 7:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 9:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 47 | 7:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 9:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 49 | 7:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 9:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 651 | 7:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 10:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 249 | 7:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 9:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 7:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 10:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 251 | 8:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 10:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 521 | 8:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 10:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 53 | 8:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 10:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 55 | 8:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 10:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 653 | 8:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 11:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 255 | 8:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 10:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 8:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 11:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 257 | 9:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 11:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 655 | 9:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h51 | 11:54 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 57 | 9:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 11:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 9:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 11:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 657 | 9:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 12:12 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 261 | 9:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 11:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 59 | 9:51 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 12:06 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 263 | 10:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 12:15 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 659 | 10:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h46 | 12:49 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 10:09 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 12:21 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 10:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 12:32 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 661 | 10:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 1:04 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 10:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 12:52 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 265 | 10:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 1:01 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 755 | 10:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h28 | 2:25 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 89 | 11:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 1:13 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 267 | 11:09 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 1:21 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 663 | 11:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h49 | 2:01 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 11:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h10 | 1:31 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 93 | 11:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h10 | 1:49 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 11:54 am Tokyo Station | 2h09 | 2:03 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 269 | 12:03 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 2:14 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 271 | 12:12 pm Tokyo Station | 2h10 | 2:22 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 273 | 12:24 pm Tokyo Station | 2h07 | 2:31 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 1 | 9:00 pm Tokyo Station | 2h08 | 11:08 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 3 | 9:15 pm Tokyo Station | 2h09 | 11:24 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 631 | 9:21 pm Tokyo Station | 2h45 | 12:06 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 5 | 9:33 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 11:45 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 7 | 9:48 pm Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 12:01 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 703 | 9:57 pm Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 1:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 213 | 10:00 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 12:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 501 | 10:03 pm Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 12:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 9 | 10:12 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 12:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 11 | 10:30 pm Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 12:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 633 | 10:33 pm Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 1:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 217 | 10:39 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 12:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 13 | 10:48 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 1:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 707 | 10:57 pm Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 2:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 61 | 11:00 pm Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 1:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 503 | 11:03 pm Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 1:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 15 | 11:12 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 1:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 219 | 11:21 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 1:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 17 | 11:30 pm Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 1:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 635 | 11:33 pm Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 2:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 221 | 11:39 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 1:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 63 | 11:48 pm Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 2:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 711 | 11:57 pm Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 3:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 223 | 12:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 2:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 505 | 12:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 2:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 19 | 12:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 2:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 227 | 12:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 2:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 21 | 12:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 2:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 637 | 12:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 3:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 229 | 12:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 2:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 65 | 12:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 3:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 715 | 12:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 4:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 231 | 1:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 3:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 507 | 1:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 3:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 23 | 1:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 3:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 233 | 1:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 3:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 25 | 1:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 3:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 639 | 1:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 4:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 67 | 1:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 4:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 719 | 1:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 5:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 235 | 2:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 4:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 509 | 2:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 4:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 27 | 2:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 4:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 29 | 2:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 4:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 641 | 2:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 5:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 69 | 2:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 5:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 723 | 2:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 6:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 237 | 3:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 5:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 511 | 3:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 5:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 31 | 3:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 5:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 33 | 3:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 5:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 643 | 3:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 6:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 71 | 3:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 6:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 727 | 3:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 7:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 239 | 4:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 6:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 513 | 4:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 6:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 35 | 4:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 6:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 37 | 4:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 6:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 645 | 4:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 7:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 73 | 4:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 7:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 731 | 4:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 8:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 241 | 5:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 7:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 515 | 5:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 7:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 39 | 5:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 7:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 41 | 5:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 7:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 647 | 5:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 8:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 75 | 5:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 8:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 735 | 5:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 9:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 243 | 6:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 8:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 517 | 6:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 8:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 43 | 6:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 8:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 45 | 6:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 8:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 649 | 6:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 9:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 245 | 6:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 8:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 77 | 6:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 9:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 739 | 6:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h37 | 10:34 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 247 | 7:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 9:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 519 | 7:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 9:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 47 | 7:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 9:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 49 | 7:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 9:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 651 | 7:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 10:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 249 | 7:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 9:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 51 | 7:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 10:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 251 | 8:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 10:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 521 | 8:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 10:37 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 53 | 8:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 10:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 253 | 8:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 10:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 55 | 8:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 10:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 653 | 8:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 11:12 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 255 | 8:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 10:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 79 | 8:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 11:00 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 257 | 9:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 11:15 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 655 | 9:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h51 | 11:54 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 57 | 9:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 11:23 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 259 | 9:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 11:32 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 81 | 9:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h14 | 11:44 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 657 | 9:33 am Tokyo Station | 2h39 | 12:12 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 261 | 9:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 11:51 am Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 59 | 9:51 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 12:06 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 263 | 10:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h15 | 12:15 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 659 | 10:03 am Tokyo Station | 2h46 | 12:49 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 83 | 10:09 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 12:21 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 85 | 10:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 12:32 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 661 | 10:30 am Tokyo Station | 2h34 | 1:04 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 87 | 10:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 12:52 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 265 | 10:48 am Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 1:01 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Kodama 755 | 10:57 am Tokyo Station | 3h28 | 2:25 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 89 | 11:00 am Tokyo Station | 2h13 | 1:13 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 267 | 11:09 am Tokyo Station | 2h12 | 1:21 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Hikari 663 | 11:12 am Tokyo Station | 2h49 | 2:01 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 91 | 11:21 am Tokyo Station | 2h10 | 1:31 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 93 | 11:39 am Tokyo Station | 2h10 | 1:49 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 95 | 11:54 am Tokyo Station | 2h09 | 2:03 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 269 | 12:03 pm Tokyo Station | 2h11 | 2:14 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 271 | 12:12 pm Tokyo Station | 2h10 | 2:22 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Nozomi 273 | 12:24 pm Tokyo Station | 2h07 | 2:31 pm Kyoto Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Tokyo to Kyoto trains with Omio?
JR Central as well as Willer Express or peach aviation offer trains services from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Omio is the only official third party seller for JR Central tickets.
Why book with Omio vs JR Central?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for JR Central, but also compare tickets for the likes of Willer Express or peach aviation to find the best option for your trip from Tokyo to Kyoto.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare JR Central with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Tokyo to Kyoto.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Tokyo to Kyoto
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Trains from Tokyo to Kyoto run on average 111 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 but you can travel from only $38 by flight.
There are 111 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 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 |
Trains per day 111 |
Direct trains 111 |
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, Willer Express, peach aviation from Tokyo to Kyoto trainsJR Central, Willer Express, peach aviation trains will get you between Tokyo and Kyoto 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
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.
Willer Express
About
WILLER EXPRESS Co., Ltd. is a prominent Japanese bus company operating since 2005, offering extensive intercity bus services across Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. With approximately 22 routes and 352 daily departures, it serves over 2.65 million passengers annually. The company provides a range of seating options, including the "ReBorn" and "DOME" seats, designed for enhanced comfort and privacy. WILLER EXPRESS also emphasizes safety through strict compliance with regulations, regular vehicle inspections, and the use of IoT technology for real-time monitoring. Additionally, it has expanded its services internationally, operating intercity buses in Vietnam and Taiwan.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
$43
Luggage included
Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Luggage is stored in the bus trunk or overhead compartments, depending on bus type.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations may incur fees; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Refund
Refunds are provided for cancellations; specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted to travel on Willer Express buses.
Amenities on board the train
Seat reservation
An arrangement fee of 330 yen is charged for each trip upon reservation of an intercity express bus with reserved seats.
Toilets
peach aviation
About
Peach Aviation is a Japanese low-cost airline headquartered at Kansai International Airport in Tajiri, Osaka Prefecture. Established in 2011 as A&F Aviation, it began operations in March 2012. As Japan's first true low-cost carrier, Peach aims to provide affordable air travel with Japanese quality service for the Asian region. The airline operates a fleet primarily consisting of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, serving numerous domestic and international routes across East Asia. Peach Aviation is a subsidiary of ANA Holdings Inc.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
$38
Luggage included
1 personal item (40x30x25cm)
Additional luggage
Up to 20kg checked baggage can be purchased
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made at least 14 days before departure receive full refund as credit, less than 14 days no refund unless premium fare purchased.
Pregnant on board
Up to 28th week with medical certificate. Between 28-36 weeks, medical certificate issued within 7 days of flight required
Unaccompagned minor
Children 5 years old and up can travel alone on flights with Peach. For unaccompanied minors, Peach provides support at the airport and on board, including checking in on the child periodically. Contact Peach directly at least three days before your departure to arrange for this assistance.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Accessibility
Peach Aviation offers assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair services and priority boarding. Passengers are advised to request these services in advance to ensure availability and proper arrangements.
FAQs: Tokyo to Kyoto train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tokyo 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 Tokyo to Kyoto can start from as little as $94 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Tokyo to Kyoto 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 Tokyo to Kyoto 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 Tokyo to Kyoto leaves at 6:00 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Tokyo to Kyoto leaves at 9:44 pm.
Yes, there are 111 direct trains a day from Tokyo to Kyoto with JR Central, peach aviation. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Tokyo to Kyoto, you can count on JR Central, Willer Express, peach aviation for the best way to get you to Kyoto. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Tokyo and Kyoto and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Kyoto from Tokyo 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 Tokyo to Kyoto is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tokyo and Kyoto including taking a coach, train and flight.
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