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Showing times and prices for 24 Aug
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
311 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Odawara to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Odawara to Kyoto will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Fast coaches
Of the 1 buses that leave Odawara for Kyoto every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
1063500:055h55Mishima, Station North Exit Rotary Platform 16:00Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£481One-way0 changes
- 1063500:055h55Mishima, Station North Exit Rotary Platform 16:00Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East£481One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Odawara to Kyoto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Odawara to Kyoto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 311 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£34 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £45 Average Price |
8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Odawara to Kyoto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Odawara to Kyoto coaches for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 106350 | 0:05 Mishima, Station North Exit Rotary Platform 1 | 5h55 | 6:00 Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit East | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Odawara to Kyoto
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Buses from Odawara to Kyoto run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 00:30. The fastest coach covers the 311 km distance in 5h 55m.
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 311 km |
Average bus duration 7h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 0:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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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Complete guide to Kyoto
Things to do in Kyoto
Discover the best of Kyoto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kyoto trip today.
- Recommended
Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art
Modern museum with changing exhibitions from Japan and abroad. Well suited to visitors seeking contemporary and modern art in central Kyoto.
- Recommended
Kyoto International Manga Museum
Compact museum focused on Kyoto’s manga culture and comics history. Worth visiting for browsing walls of books and themed displays in a historic school building.
- Must visit
Higashiyama District
Historic district of lanes, wooden townhouses, and temple approaches near Kiyomizu-dera. Ideal for a classic Kyoto walk, especially in the morning or evening.
- Must visit
Gion
Traditional entertainment district with narrow streets, teahouses, and evening atmosphere. Visit for preserved architecture and one of Kyoto’s most evocative walks.
- Must visit
Arashiyama
Scenic district on Kyoto’s western edge known for its bridge, bamboo grove, river views, and temple access. Best for a half-day walk with varied scenery.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Yudofu
Yudofu is a simple hot pot of Kyoto tofu simmered in kombu broth. It reflects the city’s temple cuisine and the quality of local water and soy beans.
Kaiseki Ryōri
Kaiseki ryōri is Kyoto’s refined seasonal tasting cuisine, built around delicate techniques and presentation rooted in court and tea traditions.
Obanzai
Obanzai is Kyoto home cooking using seasonal vegetables, tofu and dried goods. It is valued for modest flavours and everyday local tradition.
Gion Karyo
Traditional kaiseki restaurant in Gion serving seasonal Kyoto cuisine in an elegant, serene setting.
Junsei
Long-established tofu specialist near Nanzen-ji, best known for yudofu in a traditional garden setting.
Matsuba
Historic noodle house known for fragrant herring soba and a classic Kyoto atmosphere near the river.
Japanese yen (¥)
Moderate for Japan: temples and buses are affordable, but hotels in central Kyoto and kaiseki dining can raise daily costs above Osaka or Fukuoka.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ¥800-1,200 for noodles, curry, or set meals.
- Mid-range
- ¥2,000-4,000 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- ¥10,000+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- ¥400-600 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is not expected in restaurants, cafés, or taxis. Service is included, and leaving extra cash can cause confusion.
FAQs: Odawara to Kyoto coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Odawara 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Odawara to Kyoto can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Odawara to Kyoto is £34; 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 Odawara to Kyoto is 5h 55m to travel the 311 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 Odawara to Kyoto leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Odawara to Kyoto leaves at 0:30.
A trip to Kyoto from Odawara is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Odawara to Kyoto is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Odawara and Kyoto including taking a train, coach and flight.
No, the coach from Odawara to Kyoto has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
No, luggage for the coach from Odawara to Kyoto needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Odawara to Kyoto.
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