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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Takayama

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Nov

Cheapest price on 14 Nov: €63
Average ticket price on 14 Nov: €63
Fastest journey on 14 Nov: 2 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 14 Nov: 3 h 6 m
Trains on 14 Nov: 62
Distance: 183 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kyoto to Takayama will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €63.

Fast trains

To travel from Kyoto to Takayama you need to make at least one change.

Nozomi 244 · Hida 5
8:54 AM 3h20
Kyoto Station
12:14 PM
Takayama Station
€63
1 One-way
1 change
Nozomi 28 · Hida 15
3:01 PM 3h44
Kyoto Station
6:45 PM
Takayama Station
€63
1 One-way
1 change
Nozomi 154 · Hida 15
2:54 PM 3h51
Kyoto Station
6:45 PM
Takayama Station
€63
1 One-way
1 change
Nozomi 308 · Hida 1
6:54 AM 3h22
Kyoto Station
10:16 AM
Takayama Station
€63
1 One-way
1 change
Nozomi 406 · Hida 13
1:54 PM 3h19
Kyoto Station
5:13 PM
Takayama Station
€63
1 One-way
1 change

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Overview: Train from Kyoto to Takayama

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Trains from Kyoto to Takayama run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the distance in 3h 40m.

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

Average train duration

3h 42m

Cheapest ticket price

€42

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 40m

First train

12:13 AM

Last train

11:34 PM

Cheapest Month

Sept

Cheapest Day

Sun

Price information

Live departures

Kyoto to Takayama train times

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

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Hikari 634 · Hida 1	6:25 AM Kyoto Station	3h51	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 304 · Hida 1	6:35 AM Kyoto Station	3h41	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 66 · Hida 1	6:38 AM Kyoto Station	3h38	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 68 · Hida 1	6:47 AM Kyoto Station	3h29	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 308 · Hida 1	6:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h22	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 310 · Hida 1	7:00 AM Kyoto Station	3h16	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 638 · Hida 3	7:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h25	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 316 · Hida 3	7:36 AM Kyoto Station	3h22	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 74 · Hida 3	7:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h13	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 320 · Hida 3	7:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h10	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 238 · Hida 3	7:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h04	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 110 · Hida 3	8:01 AM Kyoto Station	2h57	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Kodama 808 · Hida 5	8:10 AM Kyoto Station	4h04	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 78 · Hida 5	8:30 AM Kyoto Station	3h44	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 642 · Hida 5	8:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h41	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 112 · Hida 5	8:36 AM Kyoto Station	3h38	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 330 · Hida 5	8:39 AM Kyoto Station	3h35	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 2 · Hida 5	8:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h29	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 332 · Hida 5	8:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h26	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 244 · Hida 5	8:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h20	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 644 · Hida 7	9:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h39	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 84 · Hida 7	9:39 AM Kyoto Station	3h33	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 342 · Hida 7	9:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h27	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 86 · Hida 7	9:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h24	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 344 · Hida 7	9:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h18	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 6 · Hida 7	10:01 AM Kyoto Station	3h11	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 346 · Hida 7	10:06 AM Kyoto Station	3h06	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 646 · Hida 9	10:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h41	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 352 · Hida 9	10:36 AM Kyoto Station	3h38	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 354 · Hida 9	10:39 AM Kyoto Station	3h35	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 10 · Hida 9	10:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h29	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 356 · Hida 9	10:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h26	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 122 · Hida 9	10:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h20	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 12 · Hida 9	11:01 AM Kyoto Station	3h13	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 648 · Hida 11	11:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h39	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 90 · Hida 11	11:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h27	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 128 · Hida 11	11:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h24	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 130 · Hida 11	11:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h18	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 16 · Hida 11	12:01 PM Kyoto Station	3h11	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 652 · Hida 13	1:33 PM Kyoto Station	3h40	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 94 · Hida 13	1:45 PM Kyoto Station	3h28	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 144 · Hida 13	1:48 PM Kyoto Station	3h25	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 406 · Hida 13	1:54 PM Kyoto Station	3h19	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 24 · Hida 13	2:01 PM Kyoto Station	3h12	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 154 · Hida 15	2:54 PM Kyoto Station	3h51	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 28 · Hida 15	3:01 PM Kyoto Station	3h44	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 426 · Hida 15	3:06 PM Kyoto Station	3h39	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 712 · Hida 15	3:07 PM Kyoto Station	3h38	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 258 · Hida 15	3:16 PM Kyoto Station	3h29	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 30 · Hida 15	3:22 PM Kyoto Station	3h23	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 456 · Hida 17	5:06 PM Kyoto Station	3h45	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 716 · Hida 17	5:07 PM Kyoto Station	3h44	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Kodama 844 · Hida 17	5:10 PM Kyoto Station	3h41	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 458 · Hida 17	5:14 PM Kyoto Station	3h37	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 268 · Hida 17	5:16 PM Kyoto Station	3h35	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 38 · Hida 17	5:22 PM Kyoto Station	3h29	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 178 · Hida 17	5:30 PM Kyoto Station	3h21	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 720 · Hida 19	7:07 PM Kyoto Station	3h42	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Kodama 852 · Hida 19	7:10 PM Kyoto Station	3h39	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 484 · Hida 19	7:13 PM Kyoto Station	3h36	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 50 · Hida 19	7:21 PM Kyoto Station	3h28	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 190 · Hida 19	7:30 PM Kyoto Station	3h19	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Sunday, 15 November
Hikari 634 · Hida 1	6:25 AM Kyoto Station	3h51	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 66 · Hida 1	6:38 AM Kyoto Station	3h38	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 68 · Hida 1	6:47 AM Kyoto Station	3h29	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 308 · Hida 1	6:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h22	10:16 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 638 · Hida 3	7:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h25	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 74 · Hida 3	7:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h13	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 238 · Hida 3	7:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h04	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 240 · Hida 3	8:01 AM Kyoto Station	2h57	10:58 AM Takayama Station	1 change
Kodama 808 · Hida 5	8:10 AM Kyoto Station	4h04	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 78 · Hida 5	8:30 AM Kyoto Station	3h44	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 642 · Hida 5	8:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h41	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 328 · Hida 5	8:36 AM Kyoto Station	3h38	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 2 · Hida 5	8:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h29	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 244 · Hida 5	8:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h20	12:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 644 · Hida 7	9:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h39	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 84 · Hida 7	9:39 AM Kyoto Station	3h33	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 86 · Hida 7	9:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h24	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 6 · Hida 7	10:01 AM Kyoto Station	3h11	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 346 · Hida 7	10:06 AM Kyoto Station	3h06	1:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 646 · Hida 9	10:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h41	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 352 · Hida 9	10:36 AM Kyoto Station	3h38	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 10 · Hida 9	10:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h29	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 358 · Hida 9	10:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h20	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 12 · Hida 9	11:01 AM Kyoto Station	3h13	2:14 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 648 · Hida 11	11:33 AM Kyoto Station	3h39	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 90 · Hida 11	11:45 AM Kyoto Station	3h27	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 128 · Hida 11	11:48 AM Kyoto Station	3h24	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 374 · Hida 11	11:54 AM Kyoto Station	3h18	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 16 · Hida 11	12:01 PM Kyoto Station	3h11	3:12 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 652 · Hida 13	1:33 PM Kyoto Station	3h40	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 94 · Hida 13	1:45 PM Kyoto Station	3h28	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 146 · Hida 13	1:54 PM Kyoto Station	3h19	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 24 · Hida 13	2:01 PM Kyoto Station	3h12	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 408 · Hida 13	2:06 PM Kyoto Station	3h07	5:13 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 154 · Hida 15	2:54 PM Kyoto Station	3h51	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 424 · Hida 15	2:57 PM Kyoto Station	3h48	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 28 · Hida 15	3:01 PM Kyoto Station	3h44	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 426 · Hida 15	3:06 PM Kyoto Station	3h39	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 712 · Hida 15	3:07 PM Kyoto Station	3h38	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 156 · Hida 15	3:14 PM Kyoto Station	3h31	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 258 · Hida 15	3:16 PM Kyoto Station	3h29	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 30 · Hida 15	3:22 PM Kyoto Station	3h23	6:45 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 174 · Hida 17	5:06 PM Kyoto Station	3h45	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 716 · Hida 17	5:07 PM Kyoto Station	3h44	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Kodama 844 · Hida 17	5:10 PM Kyoto Station	3h41	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 176 · Hida 17	5:14 PM Kyoto Station	3h37	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 268 · Hida 17	5:16 PM Kyoto Station	3h35	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 38 · Hida 17	5:22 PM Kyoto Station	3h29	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 460 · Hida 17	5:24 PM Kyoto Station	3h27	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 178 · Hida 17	5:30 PM Kyoto Station	3h21	8:51 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Hikari 720 · Hida 19	7:07 PM Kyoto Station	3h42	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Kodama 852 · Hida 19	7:10 PM Kyoto Station	3h39	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 188 · Hida 19	7:13 PM Kyoto Station	3h36	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 276 · Hida 19	7:16 PM Kyoto Station	3h33	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 50 · Hida 19	7:21 PM Kyoto Station	3h28	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 190 · Hida 19	7:30 PM Kyoto Station	3h19	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
Nozomi 486 · Hida 19	7:33 PM Kyoto Station	3h16	10:49 PM Takayama Station	1 change
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JR West

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West Japan Railway Company (JR West) is a leading railway operator in Japan, headquartered in Osaka. Established on April 1, 1987, following the privatization of Japanese National Railways, JR West manages an extensive network covering 5,008.7 kilometers, including the Sanyō Shinkansen line, which accounts for approximately 40% of its passenger revenues. The company also offers bus and ferry services and engages in real estate and retail businesses. With a workforce of over 45,000 employees, JR West serves a population of approximately 43.1 million people across 18 prefectures in western Japan.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average JR West Duration

3h 40m

Cheapest JR West Price

€42

JR West frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

Up to two portable items totaling no more than 250 cm in dimensions and weighing no more than 30 kg are allowed.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.

Luggage storage

Designated areas are available for storing luggage on trains.

Cancellation Policy

Changes and refunds are not possible after the scheduled departure time of the first designated train.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Food and beverage waste should be discarded in receptacles provided in the station or on the train.

Seat reservation

Seat reservations can be made at no additional cost at ticket offices; online reservations may incur fees.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

JR West strives to maintain accessibility features and offers support to patrons with disabilities.

Bikes

Bicycles for cycling or sports competitions must be dismantled and carried in a dedicated bag.

Pets

Pets must be transported in a case that holds their entire body; fees apply for small animals.

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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Kyoto and Takayama

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Kyoto to Takayama, you can count on JR West for the best way to get you to Takayama. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Kyoto and Takayama and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Kyoto to Takayama train

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

Cheap train tickets from Kyoto to Takayama can start from as little as €42 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kyoto to Takayama is €44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The earliest train from Kyoto to Takayama leaves at 12:13 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Kyoto to Takayama leaves at 11:34 pm.

Yes, there are 1 direct trains a day from Kyoto to Takayama with JR West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Kyoto to Takayama. You can choose between JR West. JR West trains take around 3h 40m

A trip to Takayama from Kyoto is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kyoto and Takayama

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

Which Kyoto station do trains to Takayama leave from?

Trains from Kyoto to Takayama 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 · €1 · every ~19 min

Bus205 · 7m · €1 · every ~34 min

28m

SubwayK: Karasuma · 7m · €1 · 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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