About Rail.Ninja
Rail Ninja is a reservation service for booking train tickets online. It is not a rail carrier, does not own or operate any trains, and does not represent an official website of any railway company. It is a commercial business that makes it easier for you to book train tickets online.
Departure Schedule
Morning departures
Fastest trip2 hrs 8 min
Longest trip3 hrs 37 min
Earliest06:00
Latest11:57
Departures61
Afternoon departures
Fastest trip2 hrs 11 min
Longest trip3 hrs 37 min
Earliest12:00
Latest17:54
Departures69
Evening departures
Fastest trip2 hrs 9 min
Longest trip3 hrs 28 min
Earliest18:00
Latest20:54
Departures36
Night departures
Fastest trip2 hrs 7 min
Longest trip2 hrs 11 min
Earliest21:03
Latest21:24
Departures5
Travelling from Tokyo to Kyoto by Train
Traveling through the scenic countryside of Japan on a high-speed train is always an exciting experience and one of the best ways to admire the beauty of the incredible country. The trains running from Tokyo to Kyoto were designed with traveler's comfort in mind, so you can rest assured that they provide everything you might need for a worry-free ride, including cushy seats with nice headrests, ample legroom space, and generous luggage space. Apart from great onboard amenities, the Tokyo - Kyoto Shinkansen trains are famous for their exemplary punctuality and a broad schedule, offering up to 31 daily departures and making a train ride one of the most convenient ways to travel between the city centers of Tokyo and Kyoto. On Rail Ninja, you can check out the main information about the train route (timetable, ticket prices, travel distance, etc.) and book your tickets in a matter of several minutes!
Tokyo to Kyoto trains Information
Tokyo
Tokyo Station, JapanShinagawa, JapanShinjuku Station, JapanShinagawa Train Station, JapanTokyo Central Meeting point, JapanTokyo bus station, JapanShibuya station (Mark City), JapanTokyo Station (Tekko Building), JapanTokyo Station (Yaesu South Exit), JapanIkebukuro Station Higashiguchi (East Exit), JapanSunshine Prince Hotel Station, JapanTokyo Teleport Station (Odaido), JapanAkihabara Station, JapanTokyo station (Nihonbashi Exit), JapanShinjuku Kosoku Bus Terminal, JapanTokyo Ueno Station, Japan
475 km
Kyoto
Kyoto Station, JapanKyoto Bus Station, Japan
2 h 7 m
Shortest travel time:
C$195
Lowest ticket cost:
171
Avg. daily departures:
06:00
Earliest departure:
21:24
Latest departure:
Popular questions about trains from Tokyo to Kyoto
The distance from Tokyo to Kyoto by train is approximately 513 kilometers. Travel times may vary based on the specific train service and route chosen.
The duration of the train journey from Tokyo to Kyoto is typically around 2 hours and 20 minutes for the fastest shinkansen (bullet train). Travel times may vary depending on the specific train service and any stops along the route.
You can easily book train tickets from Tokyo to Kyoto through various options. One convenient method is to use the Rail Ninja booking platform, which allows you to check availability, schedules, and class options for a seamless experience.
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