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Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Odawara to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Odawara to Kyoto will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Odawara for Kyoto on Mon, May 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
688129:10 PM7h55Mishima, Station North Exit Rotary Platform 15:05 AMKyoto, Station Hachijo Exit G2 Platform$381One-way0 transfers
688129:10 PM7h55Mishima, Station North Exit Rotary Platform 15:05 AMKyoto, Station Hachijo Exit G2 Platform$381One-way0 transfers
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Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus 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 bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $82.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price | $75 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Odawara to Kyoto:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Odawara to Kyoto costing on average $75 (€61).
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Odawara to Kyoto costing on average $88 (€71).
Other travel options to Kyoto take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Odawara to Kyoto Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Willer Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Live departures
Odawara to Kyoto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Odawara to Kyoto buses for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
68812 | 9:10 PM Mishima, Station North Exit Rotary Platform 1 | 7h55 | 5:05 AM Kyoto, Station Hachijo Exit G2 Platform | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Odawara to Kyoto
Buses from Odawara to Kyoto run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 00:30. The fastest bus covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 12:30 AM |
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FAQs: Bus from Odawara to Kyoto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Odawara to Kyoto by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyoto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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