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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Nagoya

Showing times and prices for 11 Aug

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£31

Fastest journey

33 m

Average duration

33 m

Trains per day

183

Distance

106 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyoto to Nagoya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kyoto to Nagoya will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 183 trains that leave Kyoto for Nagoya every day 183 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 106 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 33 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.

Hikari 708
13:070h35
Kyoto Station
13:42Nagoya Station
£271One-way
0 changes
Hikari 716
17:070h35
Kyoto Station
17:42Nagoya Station
£271One-way
0 changes
Hikari 706
12:070h35
Kyoto Station
12:42Nagoya Station
£271One-way
0 changes
Hikari 668
20:590h34
Kyoto Station
21:33Nagoya Station
£271One-way
0 changes
Hikari 720
19:070h35
Kyoto Station
19:42Nagoya Station
£271One-way
0 changes

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Live departures

Kyoto to Nagoya train times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Nagoya trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Nozomi 230	6:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	6:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 634	6:25 Kyoto Station	0h49	7:14 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 232	6:29 Kyoto Station	0h33	7:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 66	6:38 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:12 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 68	6:47 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 636	6:57 Kyoto Station	0h45	7:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 70	7:06 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:40 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 72	7:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 236	7:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 638	7:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	8:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 74	7:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 640	7:51 Kyoto Station	0h51	8:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 238	7:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 240	8:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	8:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 808	8:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	9:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 76	8:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 242	8:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 78	8:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 642	8:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	9:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 112	8:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 2	8:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 244	8:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 80	9:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	9:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 700	9:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	9:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 812	9:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	10:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 82	9:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 4	9:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 338	9:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 116	9:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 644	9:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	10:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 340	9:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 84	9:39 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:13 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 86	9:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 6	10:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	10:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 346	10:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	10:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 702	10:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	10:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 816	10:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	11:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 88	10:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 8	10:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 118	10:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 646	10:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	11:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 352	10:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 10	10:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 358	10:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 12	11:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	11:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 360	11:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	11:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 704	11:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	11:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 820	11:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	12:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 124	11:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 14	11:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 126	11:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 648	11:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	12:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 368	11:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 90	11:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 128	11:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 16	12:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	12:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 376	12:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	12:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 706	12:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	12:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 824	12:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	13:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 132	12:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 18	12:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 252	12:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 650	12:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	13:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 384	12:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 92	12:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 136	12:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 390	12:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 20	13:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	13:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 392	13:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	13:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 708	13:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	13:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 828	13:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	14:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 140	13:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 22	13:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 254	13:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 652	13:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	14:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 400	13:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 94	13:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 144	13:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 406	13:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 24	14:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	14:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 408	14:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	14:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 710	14:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	14:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 832	14:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	15:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 148	14:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 412	14:16 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:50 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 26	14:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 414	14:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 150	14:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 654	14:33 Kyoto Station	0h50	15:23 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 416	14:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 96	14:45 Kyoto Station	0h33	15:18 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 420	14:48 Kyoto Station	0h33	15:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 154	14:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 28	15:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	15:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 426	15:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	15:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 712	15:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	15:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 836	15:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	16:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 156	15:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 258	15:16 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:50 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 30	15:22 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:56 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 430	15:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 158	15:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 656	15:33 Kyoto Station	0h50	16:23 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 432	15:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 434	15:39 Kyoto Station	0h33	16:12 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 98	15:45 Kyoto Station	0h33	16:18 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 160	15:48 Kyoto Station	0h33	16:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 162	15:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 32	16:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	16:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 440	16:06 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:40 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 714	16:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	16:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 840	16:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	17:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 166	16:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 264	16:16 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:50 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 34	16:22 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:56 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 444	16:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	16:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 168	16:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 658	16:33 Kyoto Station	0h50	17:23 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 446	16:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 100	16:45 Kyoto Station	0h33	17:18 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 170	16:48 Kyoto Station	0h33	17:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 172	16:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 36	17:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	17:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 456	17:06 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:40 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 716	17:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	17:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 844	17:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	18:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 176	17:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 268	17:16 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:50 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 38	17:22 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:56 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 460	17:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	17:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 178	17:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 660	17:33 Kyoto Station	0h50	18:23 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 462	17:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 40	17:45 Kyoto Station	0h33	18:18 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 180	17:48 Kyoto Station	0h33	18:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 102	17:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 42	18:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	18:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 718	18:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	18:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 848	18:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	19:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 182	18:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 272	18:16 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:50 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 44	18:22 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:56 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 184	18:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	19:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 662	18:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	19:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 476	18:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	19:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 46	18:45 Kyoto Station	0h33	19:18 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 186	18:48 Kyoto Station	0h33	19:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 104	18:54 Kyoto Station	0h33	19:27 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 48	19:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	19:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 720	19:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	19:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 852	19:10 Kyoto Station	0h51	20:01 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 484	19:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	19:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 276	19:16 Kyoto Station	0h34	19:50 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 50	19:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	19:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 190	19:30 Kyoto Station	0h33	20:03 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 664	19:36 Kyoto Station	0h49	20:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 52	19:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	20:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 192	19:48 Kyoto Station	0h33	20:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 194	19:54 Kyoto Station	0h33	20:27 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 54	20:00 Kyoto Station	0h34	20:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 722	20:03 Kyoto Station	0h35	20:38 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 496	20:09 Kyoto Station	0h33	20:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 860	20:11 Kyoto Station	0h50	21:01 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 280	20:15 Kyoto Station	0h33	20:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 56	20:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	20:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 282	20:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	21:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 666	20:36 Kyoto Station	0h42	21:18 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 504	20:42 Kyoto Station	0h33	21:15 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 58	20:47 Kyoto Station	0h34	21:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 200	20:54 Kyoto Station	0h33	21:27 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 862	20:56 Kyoto Station	0h46	21:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 668	20:59 Kyoto Station	0h34	21:33 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 60	21:02 Kyoto Station	0h33	21:35 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 508	21:12 Kyoto Station	0h33	21:45 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 202	21:15 Kyoto Station	0h33	21:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 864	21:17 Kyoto Station	0h52	22:09 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 62	21:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	21:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 204	21:30 Kyoto Station	0h35	22:05 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 64	21:38 Kyoto Station	0h33	22:11 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 866	21:51 Kyoto Station	0h44	22:35 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 106	22:15 Kyoto Station	0h34	22:49 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 868	22:22 Kyoto Station	0h43	23:05 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 108	22:46 Kyoto Station	0h34	23:20 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Wednesday 12 August
Nozomi 548	6:03 Kyoto Station	0h33	6:36 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 230	6:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	6:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 634	6:25 Kyoto Station	0h49	7:14 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 232	6:29 Kyoto Station	0h33	7:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 66	6:38 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:12 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 68	6:47 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:21 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 636	6:57 Kyoto Station	0h45	7:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 70	7:06 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:40 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 234	7:12 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:46 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 72	7:24 Kyoto Station	0h34	7:58 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 236	7:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 638	7:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	8:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 74	7:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 640	7:51 Kyoto Station	0h51	8:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 238	7:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 240	8:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	8:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 808	8:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	9:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 76	8:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 242	8:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	8:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 78	8:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 642	8:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	9:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 2	8:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 244	8:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 80	9:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	9:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 700	9:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	9:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 812	9:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	10:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 82	9:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 4	9:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	9:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 246	9:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 644	9:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	10:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 84	9:39 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:13 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 86	9:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 6	10:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	10:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 702	10:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	10:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 816	10:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	11:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 88	10:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 8	10:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	10:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 646	10:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	11:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 352	10:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 10	10:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 358	10:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 12	11:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	11:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 704	11:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	11:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 820	11:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	12:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 124	11:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 14	11:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	11:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 126	11:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 648	11:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	12:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 368	11:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 90	11:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 128	11:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 16	12:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	12:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 376	12:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	12:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 706	12:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	12:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 824	12:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	13:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 132	12:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 18	12:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	12:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 252	12:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 650	12:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	13:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 384	12:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 92	12:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 136	12:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 138	12:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 20	13:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	13:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 392	13:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	13:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 708	13:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	13:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 828	13:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	14:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 140	13:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 22	13:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	13:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 142	13:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 652	13:33 Kyoto Station	0h52	14:25 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 400	13:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 94	13:45 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:19 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 144	13:48 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:22 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 146	13:54 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:28 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 24	14:01 Kyoto Station	0h33	14:34 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 408	14:06 Kyoto Station	0h33	14:39 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 710	14:07 Kyoto Station	0h35	14:42 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 832	14:10 Kyoto Station	0h52	15:02 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 148	14:13 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:47 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 26	14:21 Kyoto Station	0h34	14:55 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 150	14:30 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:04 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 654	14:33 Kyoto Station	0h50	15:23 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 416	14:36 Kyoto Station	0h34	15:10 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
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Nozomi 434	15:39 Kyoto Station	0h33	16:12 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
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Nozomi 182	18:14 Kyoto Station	0h34	18:48 Nagoya Station	0 changesdirect
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Overview: Train from Kyoto to Nagoya

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Trains from Kyoto to Nagoya run on average 104 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

There are 104 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 33m.

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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Distance

106 km

Average train duration

38m

Cheapest ticket price

£26

Trains per day

104

Direct trains

104

Fastest train

33m

First train

6:14

Last train

23:07

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sun

Price information

Train companies: JR Central from Kyoto to Nagoya trainsJR Central trains will get you between Kyoto and Nagoya from £26. 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

33m

Cheapest Price

£26

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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Information about the Kyoto to Nagoya train route

The Kyoto to Nagoya train route is one of the most convenient and rewarding short-haul Shinkansen journeys in Japan. Connecting Kyoto Station (Higashishiokoji Kamadacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8216) with Nagoya Station (1-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 450-0002), the Tokaido Shinkansen makes this journey seamless and fast. Whether you are traveling as part of a broader Japan itinerary or making a focused trip between these two culturally rich cities, the Kyoto to Nagoya bullet train is the most efficient and comfortable option available.

The route runs along the iconic Tokaido Shinkansen corridor, one of the busiest and most well-maintained high-speed rail lines in the world. Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city and a destination that often surprises visitors, its castle, vibrant food scene, and position as the gateway to the Kiso Valley and Ise-Shima make it well worth the stop. For travelers asking how to go from Kyoto to Nagoya by train, the answer is straightforward: head to the Shinkansen platforms at Kyoto Station and board one of the services running eastward toward Tokyo.

For most travelers, the Hikari service offers the best value and most convenient option on this corridor, stopping at Nagoya without requiring any changes. The Nozomi is faster but not covered by the JR Pass, so JR Pass holders should always confirm their service before boarding.

We recommend using the JR Pass for traveling in trains all around Japan to save more money if you plan to do many trips. You can check the correct prices for every station or shinkansen connection in Omio's JR Pass information.

Kyoto to Nagoya by train: what to expect on board

Boarding the Shinkansen from Kyoto to Nagoya is a smooth and well-organized experience. Kyoto Station's Shinkansen platforms are clearly signposted in English and located within the main station building, making navigation easy even for first-time visitors to Japan.

Seating options

Ordinary (Standard) Class, comfortable, spacious seats with ample legroom by any international rail standard. More than sufficient for this relatively short journey.
Green Car (first class), wider seats, a quieter carriage, and a more relaxed atmosphere. A good choice if you prefer extra comfort or are traveling with more luggage.
Gran Class, available on select services, offering a premium experience with wider reclining seats and attentive service.

Best seats for the view

One of the unexpected highlights of the Kyoto to Nagoya shinkansen is the opportunity to catch a glimpse of Mount Fuji on clear days, particularly as the train continues east. Even on the shorter Kyoto–Nagoya leg, the scenery along the route is pleasant and quintessentially Japanese, rice paddies, small towns, and mountain ridges in the distance.

For the best views of the surrounding countryside and distant peaks, choose window seats on the left-hand side (A seats) when traveling from Kyoto toward Nagoya.
Clear mornings between October and February offer the sharpest visibility along the entire corridor.

On-board experience

The Tokaido Shinkansen maintains the standards Japan's bullet trains are famous for: impeccably clean carriages, near-silent operation, and precision timing. A trolley service passes through the carriages offering drinks, light snacks, and packaged goods. That said, picking up an ekiben (station bento box) at Kyoto Station before departure is a far more satisfying option, Kyoto's station vendors offer beautifully prepared bento featuring local specialties that make for a memorable meal on the move.

Best time of year to travel

Spring (late March to early May): Cherry blossoms transform both Kyoto and Nagoya, making this one of the most scenic times to travel. Trains can be busy, so plan ahead.
Autumn (mid-October to late November): Autumn foliage is spectacular across central Japan. The journey between cities is particularly pleasant during this season.
Winter (December to February): Fewer tourists and cleaner skies make this an excellent time to travel, with the bonus of crisp mountain views along the route.
Summer (July to August): Hot and humid conditions in both cities, with peak crowds during the Obon period in mid-August. Book well in advance if traveling during this time.

Getting to Nagoya and beyond

Nagoya Station is one of the most connected transport hubs in central Japan, giving travelers easy access to both nearby attractions and onward destinations across the country.

Within Nagoya

From Nagoya Station, the city's metro network provides fast and reliable access to all major neighborhoods and attractions. The Higashiyama Line and Sakura-dori Line both depart from directly beneath the station, linking it to areas such as Sakae (Nagoya's commercial and entertainment hub), Nagoya Castle, and the Atsuta Shrine district. Day passes for the subway are available at station ticket machines and represent excellent value if you plan to explore multiple areas in a single day.

Day trips and regional connections

Nagoya's central location on the Tokaido Shinkansen line and its well-developed regional rail network make it an ideal base for exploring central Japan:

Inuyama, approximately 30 minutes by the Meitetsu Inuyama Line, home to one of Japan's few remaining original castle keeps and the scenic Kiso River gorge.
Gifu, around 20 minutes by JR or Meitetsu, offering Gifu Castle and the traditional cormorant fishing (ukai) on the Nagara River.
Ise-Shima, around 90 minutes by the Kintetsu Limited Express, home to the Grand Shrines of Ise, Japan's most sacred Shinto site.
Takayama and the Kiso Valley, accessible via the JR Takayama Main Line, offering a slower but spectacular journey through the Japanese Alps into historic mountain towns.

JR Pass holders traveling onward toward Tokyo, Osaka, or Hiroshima will find Nagoya a natural waypoint, with frequent Hikari and Kodama services connecting in both directions throughout the day.

What to expect when you arrive in Nagoya

Nagoya Station (1-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture 450-0002) is one of the largest and busiest railway stations in Japan, handling both Shinkansen and local rail services alongside the city's metro network. The station complex is vast, with two distinctive skyscraper towers, the JR Central Towers, rising directly above it and serving as an unmistakable landmark when orienting yourself on arrival.

Practical information at the station

Tourist information: The Nagoya Tourist Information Center is located on the ground floor of the station's central concourse, offering maps, sightseeing guides, and transport advice in multiple languages.
Luggage storage: Coin lockers of various sizes are available throughout the station complex. For larger bags, luggage forwarding (takuhaibin) services allow you to send luggage directly to your accommodation or onward destination, particularly useful if you plan to explore the city before checking in.
Currency and connectivity: International-compatible ATMs are available within the station building, with Japan Post and convenience store ATMs (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) being the most reliable for foreign cards. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.

Arriving in Nagoya for the first time

Nagoya is a city that rewards curiosity. Often overshadowed by its more famous neighbors, it offers a genuinely distinctive experience rooted in its history as the seat of the Owari domain and the birthplace of several of Japan's most influential historical figures, including Tokugawa Ieyasu. Nagoya Castle, reconstructed and partially under ongoing restoration, remains the city's most iconic landmark and is easily reached by subway from the station.

The city is also celebrated for its unique local food culture, Nagoya meshi, as the locals call it, encompasses dishes like miso katsu (pork cutlet in a rich red miso sauce), hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice), and tebasaki (chicken wings). Seeking these out is as much a part of visiting Nagoya as any temple or castle.

Taxis depart from the station's Sakura-dori and Taiko-dori exits, and the signage throughout the station is clear and available in English, making navigation straightforward from the moment you step off the train.

FAQs: Kyoto to Nagoya train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Kyoto to Nagoya can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £28.

The train journey from Kyoto to Nagoya covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 33m. Trains run 104 per day.

The train distance from Kyoto to Nagoya is 106 km.

The first train from Kyoto to Nagoya leaves at 6:14.

The last train from Kyoto to Nagoya departs at 23:07.

Trains from Kyoto to Nagoya run approximately 104 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kyoto to Nagoya.

Yes, there is a direct train between Kyoto and Nagoya. The service operates 104 times per day, provided by JR Central.

To travel from Kyoto to Nagoya, you can take a train.

There is no night train service from Kyoto to Nagoya.

The train station in Kyoto that goes to Nagoya is Kyoto Station, and it arrives at Nagoya Station.

The cheapest way to get from Kyoto to Nagoya is by train, costing approximately £26.

Booking trains from Kyoto to Nagoya 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 Nagoya.

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Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Nagoya

Most Kyoto to Nagoya trains use the Kyoto Station to Nagoya Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Kyoto and Nagoya 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 Nagoya

Which Kyoto station do trains to Nagoya leave from?

Trains from Kyoto to Nagoya 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, Japan Wifi

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

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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.

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