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Results from Takayama to Kyoto on Friday, 25 September 2026
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5 days
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Fr, 25/09
TAKAYAMA Takayama |
Tu, 29/09
KYOTO All Stations |
¥ 19,800
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HIDA 36
3h 43m
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15:34
Fr, 25/09
TAKAYAMA Takayama |
19:17
Fr, 25/09
KYOTO Kyoto |
¥ 7,260
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How to get from Takayama to Kyoto
There are two ways to travel from Takayama to Kyoto: by train and by bus.
How far is Takayama from Kyoto?
The travel distance between Takayama and Kyoto is 270 km. There are two options to travel from Takayama to Kyoto: taking a train or taking a bus.
How long does it take to get from Takayama to Kyoto?
It takes about 3 hours 45 minutes by train and 4 hours 15 minutes by bus to get from Takayama to Kyoto.
How to get from Takayama to Kyoto by train
What types of trains operate the route Takayama to Kyoto?
There is one railway company operating trains on the route Takayama to Kyoto.
JR Central operates one type of service on Limited Express trains between Takayama and Kyoto.
- - The Limited Express Hida runs between Takayama and Osaka, stopping in Kyoto.
Limited Express trains carry Green Cars with business class seats and Ordinary Cars with standard class seats distributed in Reserved and Non-reserved. In total, the Limited Express trains offer three passenger classes: Reserved Seat (Green Car), Reserved Seat (Ordinary Car) and Non-reserved Seat.
Travellers with Reserved Seat tickets are required to take their numbered seat in the Green Cars or the Ordinary Cars.
For more information about travelling by train, please read our Train Guide in Japan.
Where do trains from Takayama to Kyoto depart?
Limited Express trains depart from Takayama Station located in Takayama, Gifu.
Passengers are requested to arrive at the station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to complete the boarding procedures or risk missing the train.
Where do trains from Takayama to Kyoto arrive?
Limited Express trains arrive at Kyoto Station located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto.
Why you should book your trains in Japan with Baolau?
You can compare transport options and see the available schedules and fares offered by JR and the private railway companies, then you can choose the option that works best for your trip.
Depending on the train selected you will be able to view the available seat map during the reservation process and select your seat, or at least indicate your preference and we will carefully select the best places for you and your travel company.
Baolau sells train tickets for international travellers in Japan, facilitating advance ticket reservations for Shinkansen and Limited Express trains and providing direct customer support. Seats are reserved on the railway operator's system after payment and the electronic ticket is issued within 24 hours, either as a QR-ticket valid for boarding or as a QR pickup code valid to collect the physical ticket at the station.
Once you select your desired travel option, you can pay using international credit or debit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Alipay and other available local payment methods. Your booking request will be processed immediately and you will receive your booking confirmation with your electronic ticket attached by email, ready to keep it on your phone or print it before departure.
How to get from Takayama to Kyoto by bus
What types of buses operate the route Takayama to Kyoto?
There is one bus company running the route Takayama to Kyoto.
Kintetsu Bus operates single-deck coaches with seats for 30-40 passengers.
For more information about travelling by bus, please read our Bus Guide in Japan.
Where do buses from Takayama to Kyoto depart?
Most buses from Takayama to Kyoto depart from Takayama Bus Terminal located in Takayama, Gifu.
Passengers are requested to arrive at the point of departure at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Where do buses from Takayama to Kyoto arrive?
Most buses from Takayama to Kyoto arrive at JR Kyoto Station located in Minami, Kyoto.
Why you should book your buses in Japan with Baolau?
You can compare buses and see the available departure times and prices aggregated from different bus operators side by side, then you can choose the option that works best for your trip.
Depending on the operator you will be able to view the available seat map during the reservation process and select your seat, or at least indicate your preference and we will carefully select the best places for you and your travel company.
Baolau offers an extensive inventory of bus companies in Japan and integrates trusted and reputable bus operators, guaranteeing the ticket reservation, ensuring a safe journey by road and providing excellent customer support.
Once you select your desired travel option, you can pay using international credit or debit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, Alipay and other available local payment methods. Your booking request will be processed immediately and you will receive your booking confirmation with your electronic ticket attached by email. Most bus operators require that you print the e-ticket in advance and carry the printout to the station in order to board the bus.
Where to travel next from Kyoto
From Kyoto, you can go by train to Osaka and Nara on Express and Rapid trains, or go to Tokyo and Nagoya on the Tokaido Shinkansen, or go to Kobe, Himeji, Hiroshima and Fukuoka on the Sanyo Shinkansen.