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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Tokyo to Kyoto from various bus operators like Heisei Enterprise HE0, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2 or Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 for the next days.
today
from $27
tomorrow
from $22
Thursday
from $24
Friday
Saturday
from $37
Sunday
from $40
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kotsu
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    11:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    7:05 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $27
  • Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Save more than 0%
    7h 30m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:10 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Economy
    $33
  • Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Save more than 0%
    7h 45m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Economy
    $33
  • Grace Liner GR2
    Save more than 0%
    7h 45m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:20 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Grace Liner GR2
    Economy
    $34
  • Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    Save more than 0%
    7h 50m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:20 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3
    Premium Economy
    $65

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kotsu
    Save more than 0%
    7h 40m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:10 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $22
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:40 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $22
  • Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Save more than 0%
    7h 50m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Economy
    $27
  • Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Save more than 0%
    7h 30m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:10 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Economy
    $29
  • Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Save more than 0%
    7h 45m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kotsu
    Save more than 0%
    7h 40m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:10 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $24
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:40 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $26
  • Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Save more than 0%
    7h 30m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:10 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Economy
    $29
  • Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Save more than 0%
    7h 45m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Economy
    $31
  • Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Save more than 0%
    7h 50m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Economy
    $34

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sakura Kotsu
    Save more than 0%
    7h 40m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    6:10 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kotsu
    Economy
    $37
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:40 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $40
  • Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Save more than 0%
    7h 50m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    5:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Economy
    $48
  • Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Save more than 0%
    7h 20m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    5:20 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Economy
    $48
  • Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Save more than 0%
    7h 45m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:00 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sanei Kotsu KB5
    Economy
    $48

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Sunshine Express SN6
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Shinjuku
    6:40 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sunshine Express SN6
    Economy
    $40
  • Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Save more than 0%
    7h 57m
    0
    10:25 PM
    Tokyo
    Akihabara Station
    6:22 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Kintetsu Bus ZKN2
    Economy
    $48
  • Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Save more than 0%
    7h 20m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    5:20 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4
    Economy
    $56
  • Grace Liner GR2
    Save more than 0%
    7h 55m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    5:40 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Grace Liner GR2
    Economy
    $62
  • Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    Save more than 0%
    7h 5m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Tokyo
    Hatchōbori
    5:40 AM
    Kyoto
    Jujo Eki Bus Station
    0
    Sakura Kanko Bus CJ
    Premium Economy
    $65

Facts about the bus from Tokyo to Kyoto

Compare all providers like Heisei Enterprise HE0, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2 and Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 that travel 30 times every day by bus from Tokyo to Kyoto in one click! Book your bus ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus $20
Fastest Bus 6h 5m
Earliest Bus 9:30 PM
Latest Bus 11:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 30 Ø
Distance 226.7 miles
Bus Companies Heisei Enterprise HE0, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3, Sakura Kotsu, Sunshine Express SN6, Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4, Sanei Kotsu KB5, Heisei Community Bus HC, Grace Liner GR2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ and 2 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Tokyo to Kyoto

Every day, 30 buses from 12 bus companies leave Tokyo for Kyoto: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/01/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 09/29
Monday 09/30
Tuesday 10/01
$27
Wednesday 10/02
$21
Thursday 10/03
$24
Friday 10/04
Saturday 10/05
$37
Sunday 10/06
$40
Monday 10/07
Tuesday 10/08
$20
Wednesday 10/09
$23
Thursday 10/10
$28
Friday 10/11
$44
Saturday 10/12
$43
Sunday 10/13
$49
Monday 10/14
$31
Tuesday 10/15
$25
Wednesday 10/16
Thursday 10/17
$24
Friday 10/18
$51
Saturday 10/19
$39
Sunday 10/20
$40
Monday 10/21
Tuesday 10/22
$24
Wednesday 10/23
Thursday 10/24
$26
Friday 10/25
$40
Saturday 10/26

How to save money travelling from Tokyo to Kyoto

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Tokyo to Kyoto in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Tokyo to Kyoto, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Tokyo to Kyoto are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Tokyo to Kyoto

These are the most booked bus companies between Tokyo to Kyoto from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Tokyo and Kyoto

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Tokyo and Kyoto.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Tokyo to Kyoto

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Tokyo to Kyoto? Or which bus companies serve the route Tokyo to Kyoto? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Tokyo to Kyoto bus

How much does a Tokyo Kyoto bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 7h 40m to reach Kyoto. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Tokyo to Kyoto?

This route is offered by 12 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $82. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Kyoto.

On average, how many connections are available from Tokyo to Kyoto each day?

Every day, the Tokyo to Kyoto bus route is served by approximately 30 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Tokyo to Kyoto take?

The fastest bus from Tokyo to Kyoto is offered by Yutaka YT and takes 6h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Tokyo to Kyoto?

The earliest bus arriving in Kyoto from Tokyo starts at 9:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Tokyo to Kyoto?

The latest bus trip departing from Tokyo for Kyoto starts at 11:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Tokyo Kyoto route?

When traveling by bus from Tokyo to Kyoto, passengers can travel with Heisei Enterprise HE0, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2 and Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Tokyo and Kyoto?

You can check all the direct connections between Tokyo and Kyoto by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Heisei Enterprise HE0, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2 and Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3.

What can I take with me on the Tokyo to Kyoto bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Tokyo Kyoto bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Tokyo Kyoto bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Tokyo to Kyoto on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Tokyo to Kyoto

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes from Tokyo and Kyoto

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from Tokyo and from Kyoto. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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