Kansai Airport (KIX) to Kyoto (UKY)

Kansai Airport (KIX) to Kyoto (UKY)

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Kansai Airport to Kyoto Schedule

Kansai Airport to Kyoto Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Hitsuji Service Van 6pax Any time¥ 80,698
Haruka Express Standard Seat 06:40 - 08:00¥ 2,168
Japan Railways West 4 Day Pass 09:00 - 10:25¥ 7,020
Haruka Express Standard Seat 10:44 - 12:04¥ 2,168
Japan Railways West 3 Day Pass 13:00 - 14:25¥ 5,816
Haruka Express Standard Seat 14:44 - 16:04¥ 1,800
Japan Railways West 1 Day Pass 17:00 - 18:25¥ 2,808
Japan Railways West 1 Day Pass 19:00 - 20:25¥ 2,808
Haruka Express Standard Seat 20:46 - 22:06¥ 1,800
Haruka Express Standard Seat 22:16 - 23:36¥ 2,168

Transportation from Kansai Airport to Kyoto

Facts about the transport from Kansai Airport to Kyoto

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure10:16 PM
Departures per day48
Distance96 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBB Global Travel, Haruka Express, Hitsuji Service, Japan Railways West, SmartRyde

How to get from Kansai Airport to Kyoto

Travelling between Kansai Airport and Kyoto is possible by Train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 568.64 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 13.71.

How long does it take to get from Kansai Airport to Kyoto?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 2 hours to travel between Kansai Airport and Kyoto depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kansai Airport and Kyoto. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h 30m to reach Kyoto.

How much does it cost to get from Kansai Airport to Kyoto?

Travelling between Kansai Airport and Kyoto can be as cheap as USD 13.71 if you opt for a Haruka Express train and as expensive as USD 568.64 if you buy a Hitsuji Service (บริษัท ฮิทซึจิ จำกัด) taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kansai Airport and Kyoto ?

  • 39 from Kansai Airport to Kyoto starting from 06:00 Kansai Airport Station until 22:16 Kansai Airport Station
  • 9 from Kansai Airport to Kyoto starting from 00:00 Kansai Airport until 00:00 Kansai Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kansai Airport to Kyoto.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kansai Airport and Kyoto

BB Global Travel, Hitsuji Service (บริษัท ฮิทซึจิ จำกัด), SmartRyde

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kansai Airport to Kyoto?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 99% took a train
  • 1% Other