Kyoto to Shinagawa bus with Willer Express

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Compare train, flight and coach for Kyoto to Shinagawa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kyoto to Shinagawa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £273.

Distance: 367 km

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£57

Average Price

Cheapest

£70

Average Price

£273

Average Price

9h 42m

Average total duration

9h 12m

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30m

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2h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

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3h 55m

Average total duration

1h 55m

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2h 0m

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The cheapest way to travel from Kyoto to Shinagawa is a coach with an average price of £57.

This is compared to other travel options from Kyoto to Shinagawa:

A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kyoto to Shinagawa costing on average £72.

A coach is £216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kyoto to Shinagawa costing on average £273.

The fastest way to travel from Kyoto to Shinagawa is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Shinagawa take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 18m.

Coach takes on average 9h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kyoto and Shinagawa including taking a train, flight and coach.

Live departures

Kyoto to Shinagawa bus times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Shinagawa coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Willer Express23:45 Kyoto
9h05
8:50 Shinagawa0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Kyoto to Shinagawa

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Buses from Kyoto to Shinagawa run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 367 km distance in 8h 25m.

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
367 km
Average bus duration
8h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Fastest bus
8h 25m
First bus
8:45
Last bus
23:40
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
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.
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FAQs: Kyoto to Shinagawa coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyoto to Shinagawa 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 Shinagawa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Kyoto to Shinagawa can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Kyoto to Shinagawa is £33; 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 coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa is 8h 25m to travel the 367 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa leaves at 8:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Kyoto to Shinagawa with Willer Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa, you can count on Willer Express for the best way to get you to Shinagawa. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Kyoto and Shinagawa and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Shinagawa from Kyoto is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kyoto and Shinagawa including taking a train, flight and coach.
No, the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa has no accessibility options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa for coach company Willer Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Kyoto to Shinagawa depends on the coach companies:
  • Willer Express
    • Cancellations may incur fees
    • specific terms depend on the fare type and timing of cancellation.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Kyoto to Shinagawa:
  • Willer Express
    • Up to two pieces of luggage may be checked per passenger.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa with the following coach company: Willer Express
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Kyoto to Shinagawa.

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