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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyoto to Tokyo

Showing times and prices for Mar 28

Cheapest price

$105

Average price

$105

Fastest journey

2 h 7 m

Average duration

2 h 9 m

Trains per day

118

Distance

371 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.

Fast trains

Of the 118 trains that leave Kyoto for Tokyo on Sat, Mar 28, 118 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 28 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .

On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.

JR CentralNozomi 22
01:21PM2h12
Kyoto Station
03:33PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 transfers
JR CentralHikari 510
02:08PM2h34
Kyoto Station
04:42PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 transfers
JR CentralNozomi 72
07:24AM2h12
Kyoto Station
09:36AMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 transfers
JR CentralNozomi 222
08:21AM2h12
Kyoto Station
10:33AMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 transfers
JR CentralNozomi 88
10:13AM2h11
Kyoto Station
12:24PMTokyo Station
$1051One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Kyoto to Tokyo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $94.

Distance: 230 miles (371 km)

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Bus

$100

Average price

$86

Average price

$66

Average price

Cheapest

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 36m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

9h 37m

Average total duration

9h 7m

Onboard

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30m

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JR Central

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Live departures

Kyoto to Tokyo train times

The table below shows live departures for Kyoto to Tokyo trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:56 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2109:14 PM Kyoto Station
2h09
11:23 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6349:25 PM Kyoto Station
2h44
12:09 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2129:29 PM Kyoto Station
2h10
11:39 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 669:38 PM Kyoto Station
2h13
11:51 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 689:47 PM Kyoto Station
2h10
11:57 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6369:57 PM Kyoto Station
2h45
12:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7010:06 PM Kyoto Station
2h09
12:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 21410:12 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7210:24 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:36 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 21610:30 PM Kyoto Station
2h15
12:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 63810:33 PM Kyoto Station
2h39
1:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7410:45 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 64010:51 PM Kyoto Station
2h51
1:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 21810:54 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:06 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 22011:01 PM Kyoto Station
2h14
1:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 70811:10 PM Kyoto Station
3h38
2:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7611:13 PM Kyoto Station
2h11
1:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 22211:21 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7811:30 PM Kyoto Station
2h15
1:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 64211:33 PM Kyoto Station
2h39
2:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 211:45 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, March 28
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8012:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
2:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 50012:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
2:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 71212:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
3:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8212:13 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
2:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 412:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
2:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 22612:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
2:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 64412:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
3:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8412:39 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
2:54 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8612:48 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
3:03 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 61:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
3:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5021:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
3:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7161:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
4:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 881:13 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
3:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 81:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
3:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2281:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
3:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6461:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
4:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 101:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
3:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 122:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
4:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5042:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
4:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7202:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
5:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 142:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
4:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2302:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
4:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6482:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
5:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 902:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
4:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 163:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
5:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5063:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
5:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7243:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
6:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 183:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
5:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2323:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
5:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6503:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
6:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 923:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
5:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 204:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
6:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5084:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
6:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7284:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
7:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 224:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
6:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2344:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
6:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6524:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
7:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 944:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
6:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 245:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
7:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5105:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
7:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7325:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
8:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 265:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
7:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2365:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
7:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6545:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
8:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 965:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
7:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 286:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
8:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5126:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
8:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7366:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
9:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2386:16 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
8:27 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 306:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
8:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2406:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
8:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6566:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
9:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 986:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
8:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2426:54 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
9:06 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 327:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
9:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5147:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
9:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7407:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
10:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2447:16 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
9:27 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 347:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
9:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2467:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
9:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6587:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
10:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 1007:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
9:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 368:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
10:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5168:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
10:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7448:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
11:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2488:16 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
10:27 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 388:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
10:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2508:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
10:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6608:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
11:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 408:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
10:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 1028:54 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
11:06 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 429:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
11:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5189:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
11:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7489:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
12:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 449:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
11:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2549:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
11:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6629:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
12:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 469:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
11:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 1049:54 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:06 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 4810:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
12:15 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 52010:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h28
12:36 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 75210:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
1:48 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5010:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:33 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 25810:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 66410:36 AM Kyoto Station
2h42
1:18 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5210:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:57 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5411:00 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
1:15 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 52211:03 AM Kyoto Station
2h24
1:27 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 26011:15 AM Kyoto Station
2h09
1:24 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5611:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:33 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 26211:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:42 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 66611:36 AM Kyoto Station
2h30
2:06 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 5811:47 AM Kyoto Station
2h10
1:57 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 66811:59 AM Kyoto Station
2h30
2:29 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 6012:02 PM Kyoto Station
2h10
2:12 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 6212:21 PM Kyoto Station
2h11
2:32 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 6412:38 PM Kyoto Station
2h07
2:45 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2109:14 PM Kyoto Station
2h09
11:23 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6349:25 PM Kyoto Station
2h44
12:09 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2129:29 PM Kyoto Station
2h10
11:39 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 669:38 PM Kyoto Station
2h13
11:51 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 689:47 PM Kyoto Station
2h10
11:57 PM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6369:57 PM Kyoto Station
2h45
12:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7010:06 PM Kyoto Station
2h09
12:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7210:24 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:36 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 21610:30 PM Kyoto Station
2h15
12:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 63810:33 PM Kyoto Station
2h39
1:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7410:45 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
12:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 64010:51 PM Kyoto Station
2h51
1:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 21810:54 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:06 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 70811:10 PM Kyoto Station
3h38
2:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7611:13 PM Kyoto Station
2h11
1:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 22211:21 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 7811:30 PM Kyoto Station
2h15
1:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 64211:33 PM Kyoto Station
2h39
2:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 211:45 PM Kyoto Station
2h12
1:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
Sunday, March 29
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8012:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
2:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 50012:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
2:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 71212:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
3:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8212:13 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
2:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 412:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
2:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 22612:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
2:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 64412:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
3:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8412:39 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
2:54 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 8612:48 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
3:03 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 61:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
3:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5021:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
3:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7161:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
4:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 881:13 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
3:24 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 81:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
3:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6461:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
4:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 101:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
3:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 122:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
4:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5042:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
4:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7202:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
5:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 142:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
4:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2302:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
4:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6482:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
5:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 902:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
4:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 163:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
5:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5063:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
5:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7243:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
6:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 183:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
5:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2323:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
5:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6503:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
6:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 923:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
5:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 204:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
6:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5084:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
6:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7284:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
7:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 224:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
6:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2344:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
6:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6524:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
7:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 944:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
6:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 245:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
7:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5105:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
7:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7325:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
8:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 265:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
7:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2365:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
7:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6545:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
8:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 965:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
7:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 286:01 AM Kyoto Station
2h14
8:15 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 5126:08 AM Kyoto Station
2h34
8:42 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_KODAMAKodama 7366:10 AM Kyoto Station
3h38
9:48 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2386:16 AM Kyoto Station
2h11
8:27 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 306:21 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
8:33 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2406:30 AM Kyoto Station
2h15
8:45 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_HIKARIHikari 6566:33 AM Kyoto Station
2h39
9:12 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 986:45 AM Kyoto Station
2h12
8:57 AM Tokyo Station0 transfersDirect
JR_CENTRAL_NOZOMINozomi 2426:54 AM Kyoto Station
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kyoto to Tokyo

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Trains from Kyoto to Tokyo run on average 108 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€76) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by flight.

There are 108 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (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.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $38 (€31)
Distance
230 miles (371 km)
Average train duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$94 (€76)
Trains per day
108
Direct trains
108
Fastest train
2h 7m
First train
06:00
Last train
21:44
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $38 (€31)

Train companies: JR Central, Starflyer from Kyoto to Tokyo trainsJR Central, Starflyer trains will get you between Kyoto and Tokyo from $38 (€31). 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
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
$94 (€76)
JR Central frequency
109 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.

Starflyer

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$92 (€75)
Luggage included
1 piece of carry-on baggage (55x40x25cm) up to 7kg
Additional luggage
Checked baggage up to 20kg available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets available with cancellation fees, non-refundable tickets cannot be cancelled
Pregnant on board
Up to 36 weeks for single pregnancy, 32 weeks for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 6-11 can travel as UM with advance arrangement and fees
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in cabin, max 10kg including carrier

FAQs: Trains from Kyoto to Tokyo

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

FAQs
Yes. You can buy tickets online for trains from Kyoto to Tokyo, 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 time to travel by train from Kyoto to Tokyo is usually during quieter, off-peak periods. February is often a good month to find better-value tickets, and traveling midweek can also help.
The cheapest way to travel by train from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 Kyoto to Tokyo. 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.
A day trip from Kyoto to Tokyo isn’t possible by train, as the round trip travel time is too long to fit comfortably into a single day. Plan an overnight stay instead to make the trip worthwhile.
Yes, there are direct trains from Kyoto to Tokyo. On this route, many services run without any changes, making it an easy trip by rail.
The average train journey from Kyoto to Tokyo takes around 2h 7m. Travel times can be longer on slower services or at busy times, so it’s worth checking options for your travel date.
Trains from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 Kyoto to Tokyo. On this route, the Shinkansen offers the fastest and most frequent connections.
High-speed train tickets from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 Tokyo 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 Kyoto to Tokyo, 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.
Train tickets from Kyoto to Tokyo can cost as little as $94 (€76) when booked in advance. The average ticket price is around $100 (€81), but prices vary depending on the type of train, the time of day, and whether you choose a reserved seat or a higher class.
Train services from Kyoto to Tokyo are operated by JR Central, JR Central, JR Central, Starflyer, JR Central. On this route, high-speed services are part of Japan Railways’ network.
Whether a rail pass is valid from Kyoto to Tokyo 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 Kyoto to Tokyo. 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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