Kyoto to Hakone train with JR Central

Tue 07 Jul
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  • JR CentralHikari 662
    18:332h05
    Kyoto Station
    20:38Odawara Station
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • JR CentralHikari 654
    14:332h00
    Kyoto Station
    16:33Odawara Station
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • JR CentralKodama 836
    15:102h59
    Kyoto Station
    18:09Odawara Station
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • JR CentralHikari 650
    12:332h05
    Kyoto Station
    14:38Odawara Station
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • JR CentralHikari 646
    10:332h05
    Kyoto Station
    12:38Odawara Station
    £611One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train, flight and coach for Kyoto to Hakone

The cheapest option from Kyoto to Hakone is coach, with an average price of £35. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Kyoto to Hakone among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 299 km

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Coach

£63

Average Price

£45

Average Price

£35

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Cheapest option

2h 53m

Average total duration

2h 23m

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30m

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4h 27m

Average total duration

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1h 27m

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7h 45m

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Live departures

Kyoto to Hakone train times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Hakone trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
JR CentralKodama 8088:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
11:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 6428:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
10:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 8129:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
12:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 81610:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
13:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 64610:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
12:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 82011:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
14:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 82412:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
15:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 65012:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
14:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 82813:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
16:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 83214:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
17:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 65414:33 Kyoto Station
2h00
16:33 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 83615:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
18:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 84016:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
19:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 65816:33 Kyoto Station
2h00
18:33 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 84417:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
20:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 84818:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
21:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 66218:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
20:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 85219:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
22:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 66820:59 Kyoto Station
1h54
22:53 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
Wednesday 8 July
JR CentralKodama 8088:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
11:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 6428:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
10:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 8129:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
12:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 81610:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
13:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 64610:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
12:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 82011:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
14:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 82412:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
15:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 65012:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
14:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 82813:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
16:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 83214:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
17:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 65414:33 Kyoto Station
2h00
16:33 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 83615:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
18:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 84016:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
19:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 65816:33 Kyoto Station
2h00
18:33 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 84417:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
20:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 84818:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
21:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 66218:33 Kyoto Station
2h05
20:38 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralKodama 85219:10 Kyoto Station
2h59
22:09 Odawara Station0 changesdirect
JR CentralHikari 66820:59 Kyoto Station
1h54
22:53 Odawara Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kyoto to Hakone

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Typically, there are 17 trains per day from Kyoto to Hakone, including 17 direct trains, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 2h 59m.

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
Coach from £24
Distance
299 km
Average train duration
2h 23m
Lowest ticket price
£59
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
17
Fastest train
2h 59m
First train
6:17
Last train
20:59
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
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
Coach from £24

Train companies: JR Central from Kyoto to Hakone trainsJR Central trains will get you between Kyoto and Hakone from £24. 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 59m
Cheapest Price
£59
JR Central frequency
36 a day
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.
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FAQs: Kyoto to Hakone train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Kyoto to Hakone is 299 km.
The first train from Kyoto to Hakone leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Kyoto to Hakone departs at 20:59.
Trains from Kyoto to Hakone run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kyoto to Hakone.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kyoto and Hakone. The service operates 17 times per day, provided by JR Central.
To get from Kyoto to Hakone, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
There is no night train service from Kyoto to Hakone.
The train station in Kyoto that goes to Hakone is Kyoto Station, and it arrives at Odawara Station.
Booking trains from Kyoto to Hakone in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Kyoto to Hakone.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Hakone

Most Kyoto to Hakone trains use the Kyoto Station to Odawara Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Kyoto and Hakone train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Kyoto
Arrival train stations in Hakone

Which Kyoto station do trains to Hakone leave from?

Trains from Kyoto to Hakone leave from Kyoto Station. The station is 4 km from Kyoto city centre at Karasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto StationKarasuma-dōri, Shimogyō-ku, Kyoto, JapanWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Kyoto Station from Kyoto city centre

Kyoto Station is 3 km from Kyoto city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainJR Sagano Line Rapid Service, Sagano Line Local, Hashidate, Kinosaki, [188384] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 4, [188391] Ltd. Exp Maizuru 2 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~19 min
Bus205 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~34 min
28m
SubwayK: Karasuma · 7m · £0.90 · every ~16 min

Kyoto Station train station facilities and services

Kyoto Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: A wide variety of dining options are available, including The Cube Gourmet Street on the 11th floor and Kyoto Ramen Koji on the 10th floor.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi is available in the JR areas of the station. ATMs are aTMs are available throughout the station, including a 24-hour ATM at the Post Office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Kyoto Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Kyoto Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kyoto Station: The station is equipped with elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms to accommodate passengers with disabilities.

More about Kyoto Station

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