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Discover the Japan Rail PassThe cheapest and fastest trains from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto
Showing times and prices for May 08
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
283 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Fast trains
Of the 50 trains that leave Higashihiroshima for Kyoto on Fri, May 08, 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
Nozomi 2729:03 PM1h42Hiroshima Station10:45 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers- Nozomi 526:03 PM1h40Hiroshima Station7:43 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
Hikari 5006:20 AM2h42Hiroshima Station9:02 AMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers- Nozomi 505:43 PM1h36Hiroshima Station7:19 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 648:02 PM1h35Hiroshima Station9:37 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 648:02 PM1h35Hiroshima Station9:37 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 27:08 AM1h35Hiroshima Station8:43 AMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 505:43 PM1h36Hiroshima Station7:19 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 88:43 AM1h36Hiroshima Station10:19 AMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
- Nozomi 627:43 PM1h36Hiroshima Station9:19 PMKyoto Station$801One-way0 transfers
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Live departures
Higashihiroshima to Kyoto train times
The table below shows live departures for Higashihiroshima to Kyoto trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nozomi 74 | 6:00 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h43 | 7:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Hikari 500 | 6:20 AM Hiroshima Station | 2h42 | 9:02 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 76 | 6:26 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h45 | 8:11 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 78 | 6:45 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h44 | 8:29 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 2 | 7:08 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h35 | 8:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 80 | 7:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 8:59 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 82 | 7:30 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 9:11 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 4 | 7:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 9:19 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 84 | 7:57 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 9:38 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 86 | 8:06 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 9:46 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 6 | 8:22 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h37 | 9:59 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 8 | 8:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 10:19 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 10 | 9:07 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 10:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 12 | 9:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 10:59 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 14 | 9:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 11:19 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 90 | 10:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 11:43 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 16 | 10:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 11:59 AM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 18 | 10:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 12:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 92 | 11:03 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 12:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 20 | 11:18 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 12:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 22 | 11:43 AM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 1:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 94 | 12:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 1:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 24 | 12:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 1:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 26 | 12:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 2:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 96 | 1:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 2:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 28 | 1:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 2:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 30 | 1:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 3:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 98 | 2:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 3:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 32 | 2:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 3:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 34 | 2:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 4:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 100 | 3:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 4:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 36 | 3:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 4:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 38 | 3:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 5:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 40 | 4:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 5:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 102 | 4:12 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 5:53 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 42 | 4:22 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h37 | 5:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 44 | 4:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 6:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 46 | 5:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 6:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 104 | 5:12 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h41 | 6:53 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 48 | 5:22 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h37 | 6:59 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 50 | 5:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 7:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 52 | 6:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 7:43 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 54 | 6:18 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 7:58 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 56 | 6:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 8:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 58 | 7:06 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 8:46 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 60 | 7:21 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h40 | 9:01 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 62 | 7:43 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h36 | 9:19 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 64 | 8:02 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h35 | 9:37 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 270 | 8:37 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h37 | 10:14 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Nozomi 272 | 9:03 PM Hiroshima Station | 1h42 | 10:45 PM Kyoto Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto
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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
FAQs: Trains from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Higashihiroshima 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.
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto, but the exact process depends on the operator and ticket type. In general, you select your date and time, choose seat options, pay, and receive either an e-ticket/QR code or details for ticket pickup.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto is usually to choose slower services or less in-demand departure times, and book in advance when possible. If both reserved and non-reserved seating is available, non-reserved options can sometimes be cheaper. To save money, compare different times and services and book earlier when you can.
Child ticket rules depend on the operator, but in Japan a child ticket generally applies to ages 6–11, and age 12 and over is an adult ticket. Age is usually based on the child’s age on the day of travel.
Children can sometimes travel for free, but it depends on age and whether they need their own seat. In Japan, children under 6 can travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat, and each paying adult can typically accompany up to two children under 6 for free.
Yes, most children need a ticket when traveling by train from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto. In Japan, ages 6–11 typically need a child ticket (often about half the adult fare), while children under 6 may travel free if they don’t occupy a separate seat.
The average train journey from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto takes around {durationInMinutes}. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto usually run frequently throughout the day, with regular departures on most dates. Check the schedule for your travel date to see the exact departure times.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto are typically priced higher than slower services. Costs can vary by seat type (reserved vs non-reserved), class, and the specific service you choose.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kyoto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You can bring luggage on the train from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto, but size rules may apply. On Japan’s Shinkansen, luggage up to 160 cm total dimensions (length + width + height) can be taken onboard without a reservation, while larger items may require a reservation for designated luggage space.
Japan is generally very safe, but it’s still best not to leave luggage unattended. If you need to step away briefly, keep valuables with you and leave only low-value items behind, and place bags where you can keep an eye on them when possible.
Standard-sized luggage can usually go in the overhead racks or near your seat. On Shinkansen services, oversized baggage is stored in designated areas (often behind the last row), which are typically available only when you reserve the appropriate seat/space.
There isn’t a night train on this route. Most travelers take daytime services, including high-speed trains like the Shinkansen, which make the journey fast and convenient.
Non-reserved seats are first-come, first-served seating in designated cars on services that offer them. You don’t get a seat number, so you line up at the platform markings and take any open seat once you board; if it’s busy, you may need to stand until a seat frees up.
On Japan’s Shinkansen routes, luggage is considered oversized if total dimensions (length + width + height) are 160–250 cm. Oversized items usually require a seat reservation with designated luggage space, and items over 250 cm are not allowed onboard.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto depends on the operator and service type. In Japan, the JR Pass can be used on some Shinkansen services (such as Hikari and Kodama) but not on certain fastest services (such as Nozomi).
A rail pass can be worth it if you plan to take several long-distance train journeys during your trip. For a single journey, a normal ticket is often more cost-effective, especially if the pass doesn’t cover the fastest services you want to take.
Suica is useful for local trains and subways, but it usually isn’t enough by itself for long-distance Shinkansen travel from Higashihiroshima to Kyoto. You can use Suica for local segments to and from the stations, while the Shinkansen portion typically needs its own ticket and (if you want a specific seat) a seat reservation.
You don’t always need to reserve a seat, but it’s often a good idea on busy routes or at peak times. Some services offer non-reserved seating (first-come, first-served), while reserved seats give you a specific seat number and more certainty.
Yes. Trains on this route typically have onboard toilets, including Western-style toilets on many services. Facilities are usually clean and easy to use, which helps on longer travel days or when traveling with children.
If you’re traveling at peak times, want a specific departure, want seats together, or prefer extra certainty, book in advance. If you’re flexible and traveling off-peak, you can often buy tickets closer to departure, but you’ll have fewer choices for times and seats.
Many services offer onboard Wi-Fi, but coverage and reliability can vary, especially in tunnels or at high speed. It’s usually fine for messaging and light browsing, but may not be stable enough for video calls or heavy work.
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