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Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

£69

Average price

£74

Fastest journey

2 h 7 m

Average duration

2 h 8 m

Trains per day

167

Distance

371 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.

Fast trains

Of the 167 trains that leave Tokyo for Kyoto every day 167 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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 649
15:332h39
Tokyo Station
18:12Kyoto Station
£691One-way
0 changes
Hikari 647
14:332h39
Tokyo Station
17:12Kyoto Station
£691One-way
0 changes
Hikari 659
19:032h46
Tokyo Station
21:49Kyoto Station
£691One-way
0 changes
Hikari 631
6:212h45
Tokyo Station
9:06Kyoto Station
£691One-way
0 changes
Hikari 641
11:332h39
Tokyo Station
14:12Kyoto Station
£691One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach, train and flight for Tokyo to Kyoto

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tokyo to Kyoto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £31.

Distance: 371 km

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Live departures

Tokyo to Kyoto train times

The table below shows live departures for Tokyo to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Nozomi 1	6:00 Tokyo Station	2h08	8:08 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 3	6:15 Tokyo Station	2h09	8:24 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 631	6:21 Tokyo Station	2h45	9:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 113	6:24 Tokyo Station	2h09	8:33 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 5	6:33 Tokyo Station	2h12	8:45 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 115	6:42 Tokyo Station	2h09	8:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 7	6:48 Tokyo Station	2h13	9:01 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 803	6:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	10:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 117	7:00 Tokyo Station	2h12	9:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 701	7:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	9:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 9	7:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 317	7:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 119	7:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 11	7:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	9:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 633	7:36 Tokyo Station	2h36	10:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 121	7:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 123	7:45 Tokyo Station	2h12	9:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 13	7:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	10:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 807	7:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	11:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 61	8:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	10:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 703	8:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	10:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 329	8:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	10:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 15	8:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 331	8:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 127	8:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 17	8:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	10:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 635	8:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	11:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 129	8:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 131	8:45 Tokyo Station	2h12	10:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 63	8:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	11:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 811	8:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	12:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 135	9:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	11:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 705	9:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	11:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 245	9:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	11:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 19	9:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 343	9:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 137	9:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 345	9:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	11:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 21	9:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	11:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 637	9:36 Tokyo Station	2h36	12:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 139	9:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 141	9:45 Tokyo Station	2h12	11:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 65	9:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	12:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 353	9:54 Tokyo Station	2h15	12:09 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 815	9:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	13:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 143	10:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	12:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 707	10:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	12:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 355	10:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	12:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 23	10:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 357	10:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 145	10:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 25	10:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	12:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 639	10:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	13:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 147	10:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 149	10:45 Tokyo Station	2h12	12:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 67	10:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	13:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 367	10:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	13:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 819	10:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	14:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 151	11:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	13:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 709	11:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	13:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 371	11:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	13:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 27	11:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	13:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 373	11:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	13:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 153	11:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	13:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 29	11:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	13:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 641	11:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	14:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 155	11:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	13:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 69	11:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	14:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 383	11:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 823	11:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	15:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 257	12:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 711	12:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	14:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 31	12:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	14:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 389	12:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	14:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 161	12:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	14:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 393	12:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 33	12:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	14:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 643	12:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	15:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 163	12:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	14:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 165	12:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 71	12:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	15:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 827	12:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	16:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 259	13:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	15:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 713	13:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	15:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 403	13:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	15:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 35	13:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	15:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 405	13:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	15:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 169	13:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	15:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 37	13:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	15:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 645	13:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	16:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 173	13:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	15:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 73	13:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	16:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 415	13:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	16:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 831	13:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	17:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 261	14:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	16:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 715	14:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	16:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 39	14:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	16:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 177	14:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	16:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 425	14:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	16:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 41	14:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	16:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 647	14:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	17:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 427	14:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	16:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 181	14:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	16:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 75	14:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	17:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 835	14:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	18:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 263	15:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	17:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 717	15:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	17:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 43	15:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	17:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 185	15:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	17:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 45	15:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	17:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 649	15:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	18:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 265	15:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	17:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 189	15:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	17:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 77	15:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	18:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 445	15:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	18:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 839	15:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	19:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 267	16:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	18:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 719	16:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	18:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 449	16:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	18:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 47	16:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	18:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 49	16:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	18:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 651	16:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	19:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 269	16:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	18:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 457	16:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	18:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 51	16:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	19:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 459	16:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	19:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 199	17:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	19:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 721	17:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	19:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 463	17:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	19:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 53	17:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	19:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 201	17:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	19:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 55	17:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	19:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 653	17:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	20:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 275	17:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	19:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 79	17:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	20:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 473	17:54 Tokyo Station	2h15	20:09 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 207	18:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	20:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 655	18:03 Tokyo Station	2h51	20:54 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 475	18:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	20:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 57	18:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	20:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 279	18:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	20:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 81	18:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	20:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 657	18:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	21:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 281	18:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	20:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 59	18:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	21:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 485	18:54 Tokyo Station	2h15	21:09 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 283	19:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	21:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 659	19:03 Tokyo Station	2h46	21:49 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 83	19:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	21:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 85	19:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	21:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 661	19:30 Tokyo Station	2h34	22:04 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 493	19:33 Tokyo Station	2h12	21:45 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 87	19:39 Tokyo Station	2h13	21:52 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 285	19:48 Tokyo Station	2h13	22:01 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 499	19:54 Tokyo Station	2h15	22:09 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 855	19:57 Tokyo Station	3h28	23:25 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 89	20:00 Tokyo Station	2h13	22:13 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 287	20:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	22:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 663	20:12 Tokyo Station	2h49	23:01 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 91	20:21 Tokyo Station	2h10	22:31 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 507	20:30 Tokyo Station	2h12	22:42 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 93	20:39 Tokyo Station	2h10	22:49 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 95	20:54 Tokyo Station	2h09	23:03 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 289	21:03 Tokyo Station	2h11	23:14 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 291	21:12 Tokyo Station	2h10	23:22 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 517	21:21 Tokyo Station	2h08	23:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 293	21:24 Tokyo Station	2h07	23:31 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Saturday 15 August
Nozomi 1	6:00 Tokyo Station	2h08	8:08 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 111	6:06 Tokyo Station	2h09	8:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 3	6:15 Tokyo Station	2h09	8:24 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 631	6:21 Tokyo Station	2h45	9:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 5	6:33 Tokyo Station	2h12	8:45 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 115	6:42 Tokyo Station	2h09	8:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 7	6:48 Tokyo Station	2h13	9:01 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 803	6:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	10:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 117	7:00 Tokyo Station	2h12	9:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 701	7:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	9:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 9	7:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 317	7:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 119	7:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 11	7:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	9:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 633	7:36 Tokyo Station	2h36	10:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 121	7:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	9:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 13	7:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	10:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 325	7:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	10:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 807	7:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	11:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 61	8:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	10:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 703	8:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	10:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 329	8:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	10:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 15	8:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 331	8:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 127	8:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 17	8:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	10:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 635	8:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	11:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 129	8:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	10:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 131	8:45 Tokyo Station	2h12	10:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 63	8:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	11:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 339	8:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	11:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 811	8:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	12:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 135	9:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	11:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 705	9:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	11:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 245	9:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	11:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 19	9:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 343	9:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 137	9:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 345	9:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	11:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 21	9:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	11:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 637	9:36 Tokyo Station	2h36	12:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 139	9:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	11:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 65	9:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	12:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 351	9:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	12:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 353	9:54 Tokyo Station	2h15	12:09 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 815	9:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	13:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 143	10:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	12:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 707	10:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	12:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 355	10:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	12:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 23	10:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 357	10:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 145	10:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 359	10:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	12:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 25	10:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	12:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 639	10:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	13:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 147	10:39 Tokyo Station	2h11	12:50 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 149	10:45 Tokyo Station	2h12	12:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 67	10:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	13:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 367	10:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	13:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 819	10:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	14:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 151	11:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	13:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 709	11:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	13:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 27	11:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	13:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 373	11:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	13:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 153	11:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	13:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 377	11:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	13:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 29	11:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	13:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 641	11:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	14:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 155	11:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	13:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 157	11:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	13:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 69	11:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	14:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 823	11:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	15:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 159	12:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 711	12:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	14:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 31	12:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	14:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 389	12:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	14:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 393	12:24 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:39 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 33	12:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	14:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 643	12:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	15:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 163	12:39 Tokyo Station	2h12	14:51 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 165	12:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	14:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 71	12:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	15:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 399	12:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	15:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 827	12:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	16:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 167	13:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	15:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 713	13:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	15:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 403	13:09 Tokyo Station	2h12	15:21 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 35	13:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	15:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 169	13:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	15:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 37	13:30 Tokyo Station	2h14	15:44 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 645	13:33 Tokyo Station	2h39	16:12 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 173	13:42 Tokyo Station	2h15	15:57 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 73	13:48 Tokyo Station	2h12	16:00 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 415	13:51 Tokyo Station	2h15	16:06 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Kodama 831	13:57 Tokyo Station	3h37	17:34 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 175	14:00 Tokyo Station	2h15	16:15 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Hikari 715	14:03 Tokyo Station	2h34	16:37 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 39	14:12 Tokyo Station	2h11	16:23 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 421	14:18 Tokyo Station	2h11	16:29 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
Nozomi 177	14:21 Tokyo Station	2h11	16:32 Kyoto Station	0 changesdirect
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Overview: Train from Tokyo to Kyoto

Japan

Trains from Tokyo to Kyoto run on average 124 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.

There are 124 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 371 km distance in 2h 7m.

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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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £31

Distance

371 km

Average train duration

3h 24m

Cheapest ticket price

£68

Trains per day

124

Direct trains

124

Fastest train

2h 7m

First train

6:00

Last train

21:44

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

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High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

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Train companies: JR Central from Tokyo to Kyoto trainsJR Central trains will get you between Tokyo and Kyoto from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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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 7m

Cheapest Price

£68

JR Central frequency

241 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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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.

Must visit

Kyoto National Museum

National museum with strong collections of pre-modern Japanese art, sculpture, ceramics, and special exhibitions. A key stop for cultural context.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen
Nozomi, Hikari or Kodama?
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Arrival & Top Tips

Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen

When travelling across Japan, the journey from the capital down to the historic cultural heart of the country is a must-do. It is important to confirm that the direct route is the Tokaido Shinkansen (bullet train) operated by JR Central, rather than just a standard rail service. Taking the Tokyo to Kyoto Shinkansen is an incredibly fast, iconic experience.

When booking your trains in Japan, you will encounter three specific train types on this route: the Nozomi, the Hikari, and the Kodama. Whether you opt for the lightning-fast Tokyo to Kyoto bullet train or prefer to take your time, the journey is consistently smooth.

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Nozomi, Hikari or Kodama?

If you are wondering which service to choose, here is a short chooser guide to help you out:

Nozomi: The absolute fastest and most frequent service. The Nozomi Tokyo to Kyoto journey takes just over 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Hikari: The perfect middle ground. When comparing Hikari vs Nozomi, the Hikari makes slightly more stops but is highly recommended for JR Pass users.
Kodama: The Kodama Tokyo Kyoto service is the slowest option, as it stops at every single station along the route, making it better suited for exploring smaller regional towns.

JR Pass Rules for UK Travellers

If you are exploring the country with a Japan Rail Pass, understanding the specific JR Pass Tokyo to Kyoto rules will save you time and money. Your standard pass fully covers both the Hikari and Kodama services.

However, if you want to travel on the much faster Nozomi train, you must be aware of the Nozomi JR Pass supplement. Currently, this special supplement ticket costs ¥4,960 for the journey from Tokyo or Shinagawa down to Kyoto. Unsure if the pass offers the best value for your holiday? Use our handy JR Pass Calculator to find out!

Seats, Luggage and Suitcases

When booking, you can choose between ordinary non-reserved seats, ordinary reserved seats, and the luxurious Green Car (first class).

You must also adhere to the Tokyo Kyoto Shinkansen luggage rules. Any oversized luggage (suitcases with total dimensions between 161 cm and 250 cm) legally requires a reserved baggage-space seat. If you board an oversized luggage Shinkansen without booking this space, you will face a penalty fee on board.

Boarding at Tokyo or Shinagawa

For UK tourists, practical guidance is key. Taking the Tokyo Station to Kyoto Shinkansen is the most popular choice, as Tokyo Station serves as the main departure hub. However, catching the Shinagawa to Kyoto train can actually be much easier if you are staying in the south or west of Tokyo (such as Shibuya or Shinjuku) or if you are travelling directly from Haneda Airport, as the station is significantly smaller and easier to navigate.

Best Seat for Mount Fuji

Here is a quick tip: for the best Tokyo to Kyoto Mount Fuji seat, you should sit on the right-hand side of the train. Seat E in the ordinary cars is the most popular Shinkansen Fuji view seat, offering uninterrupted views on clear days!

Arriving at Kyoto Station

Your high-speed journey concludes at the grand Kyoto Station. From here, onward travel is incredibly easy. To get from Kyoto Station to Gion, you can catch a local bus or taxi directly from the terminal. If you are heading from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama, simply transfer to the JR Sagano Line.

Spring (March - May)

Arriving in spring means you will catch the spectacular cherry blossom season, which blankets the city in beautiful hues of pink and white. Historic sites and temples such as Daigo-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and the Philosopher's Path are globally renowned for their breathtaking sakura views. Because this is widely considered the peak travel window for international visitors, platforms can become exceptionally busy, and trains fill up weeks in advance. We highly recommend mapping your itinerary out and securing your high-speed Shinkansen seats as early as humanly possible to ensure a stress-free transition from the capital.

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Summer (June - August)

Summer in Kyoto introduces a vibrant, energetic atmosphere characterised by lush green gardens and deep cultural celebrations. The city truly comes alive in July with the staging of the world-famous Gion Matsuri, a historic Shinto festival featuring grand processions of massive, intricately decorated traditional floats. While the humidity can be quite high during these months, it is a fantastic time to explore the shaded mountain shrines of Kurama or experience Kawadoko—traditional dining on elevated wooden platforms built directly over flowing river currents.

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Autumn (September - November)

Autumn is an incredibly popular window for British travellers arriving from Tokyo, as the entire Kansai region is transformed by the changing leaves. The local maples and foliage turn brilliant shades of fiery red, orange, and golden yellow, creating a stunning contrast against the dark timber of ancient pagodas. Temples like Tofuku-ji and Eikan-do offer some of the most spectacular autumn colour vistas in the entire country. The evening illuminations, where historic gardens are beautifully lit up after dark, are a magical highlight you absolutely cannot afford to miss.

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Winter (December - February)

Winter across the region offers a calm, deeply serene elegance that provides a stark contrast to the busy peak seasons. If you are eager to escape the massive tourist crowds, this is the ultimate time to explore iconic world heritage sites like the famous Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) or the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, which look utterly spellbinding beneath a light dusting of fresh winter snow. Additionally, winter aligns with the harvest peak for many exceptional local culinary ingredients, making it a dream season to indulge in traditional multi-course Kaiseki dining and warming hot pots.

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Watch & Learn Before You Go

Getting your head around the vast Japanese rail network might feel slightly intimidating at first. Grab a cup of tea and take a look at our helpful video guides:

Navigate Train Networks in Japan: A visual breakdown to help you make perfect sense of the country's magnificent rail layout, enabling you to master major transit hubs like a local.

Train Etiquette in Japan: Discover exactly why taking a phone call on a carriage is considered a major faux pas, and learn how to travel politely alongside the locals.

Top Tips for Travelling Tokyo to Kyoto

Yes, absolutely. The route is serviced directly by the high-speed Tokaido Shinkansen (bullet train) operated by JR Central.

The Nozomi is the best option if you want the absolute fastest journey. However, the Hikari is the best choice if you are using a Japan Rail Pass, as it is fully covered and only takes slightly longer.

Yes. The JR Pass covers travel on the Hikari and Kodama bullet trains. If you wish to take the faster Nozomi train, you will need to purchase an additional supplement ticket.

You only need to reserve a dedicated baggage seat if your suitcase’s total dimensions (height + width + depth) measure between 161 cm and 250 cm. Standard cabin bags do not require a reservation.

Board at Tokyo Station if you are staying in central or eastern Tokyo (such as Marunouchi or Ueno). Boarding at Shinagawa is often easier if you are staying in the west or south (like Shinjuku or Shibuya) or arriving from Haneda Airport.

When travelling from Tokyo to Kyoto, Mount Fuji will appear on the right-hand side of the train. Seat E in the ordinary class carriages provides the absolute best window view.

FAQs: Tokyo to Kyoto train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £72.

The train journey from Tokyo to Kyoto covers a distance of 371 km and takes approximately 2h 7m. Trains run 124 per day.

The train distance from Tokyo to Kyoto is 371 km.

The first train from Tokyo to Kyoto leaves at 6:00.

The last train from Tokyo to Kyoto departs at 21:44.

Trains from Tokyo to Kyoto run approximately 124 times per day.

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

Yes, there is a direct train between Tokyo and Kyoto. The service operates 124 times per day, provided by JR Central.

To get from Tokyo to Kyoto, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.

There is no night train service from Tokyo to Kyoto.

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

The cheapest way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto is by flight, costing approximately £31.

Booking trains from Tokyo to Kyoto 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 Tokyo to Kyoto.

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Important Stations and Airports in Tokyo and Kyoto

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

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Arrival train stations in Kyoto

Which Tokyo station do trains to Kyoto leave from?

Trains from Tokyo to Kyoto leave from Tokyo Station. The station is from Tokyo city centre at 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan.

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City-centre transport

Getting to Tokyo Station from Tokyo city centre

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Tokyo Station train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Numerous dining options, including Tokyo Ramen Street, Tokyo Sweets Land, and various cafes and restaurants.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in certain areas; some cafes and restaurants offer free Wi-Fi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available, including Japan Post Bank ATMs and other major banks.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Tokyo Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Tokyo Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Tokyo Station: Elevators, escalators, and accessible restrooms available; nursing rooms and baby changing facilities provided.

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