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Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hiroshima to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hiroshima to Kyoto will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 4 buses that leave Hiroshima for Kyoto every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 7 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.
10044415:407h20Hiroshima, Bus Center23:00Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£221One-way0 changes
10044416:106h50Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi23:00Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£221One-way0 changes
7199422:507h15Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi6:05Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£271One-way0 changes
7199422:207h45Hiroshima, Bus Center6:05Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£271One-way0 changes
10044416:106h50Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi23:00Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£221One-way0 changes
7199422:507h15Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi6:05Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£271One-way0 changes
10044415:407h20Hiroshima, Bus Center23:00Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£221One-way0 changes
7199422:207h45Hiroshima, Bus Center6:05Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£271One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Hiroshima to Kyoto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hiroshima to Kyoto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 309 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hiroshima to Kyoto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hiroshima to Kyoto coaches for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
100444 | 15:40 Hiroshima, Bus Center | 7h20 | 23:00 Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East | 0 changesdirect | |
100444 | 16:10 Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi | 6h50 | 23:00 Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East | 0 changesdirect | |
71994 | 22:20 Hiroshima, Bus Center | 7h45 | 6:05 Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East | 0 changesdirect | |
71994 | 22:50 Bus Station Hiroshima Eki Kitaguchi | 7h15 | 6:05 Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Buses from Hiroshima to Kyoto run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 8:05 |
Last bus 23:05 |
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Bus providers: Willer Express from Hiroshima to KyotoYou can travel by bus between Hiroshima to Kyoto with Willer Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hiroshima to Kyoto coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hiroshima to Kyoto by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Cancellations may incur fees
- specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
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- Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
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