Kyoto to Okayama

Kyoto to Okayama

Kyoto
Okayama
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Kyoto to Okayama Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Limited Express
Green Car
07:06
09:25
$81.45
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
07:53
08:55
$50.55
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
08:17
09:21
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
08:34
09:34
$51.80
Train
Limited Express
Reserved
08:50
11:12
$63.97
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:33
10:36
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
09:52
10:53
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:11
11:13
$53.05
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
10:52
11:53
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
11:11
12:13
$53.05
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
11:33
12:39
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
11:52
12:53
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
12:33
13:39
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
12:52
13:53
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
13:16
14:17
$50.55
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
13:33
14:39
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
13:52
14:53
$51.80
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
14:16
15:17
$53.05
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
14:33
15:39
$53.05
Train
Tokaido Shinkansen
Standard
14:52
15:53
$51.80

How to get from Kyoto to Okayama

Travelling between Kyoto and Okayama is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 53.08 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.16.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Okayama?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Kyoto and Okayama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Kyoto and Okayama. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 1m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 2h 54m to reach Okayama.

How much does it cost to get from Kyoto to Okayama?

Travelling between Kyoto and Okayama can be as cheap as USD 22.16 if you opt for a Shimotsui Dentetsu ZSM1 bus and as expensive as USD 53.08 if you buy a Shinkansen JR Central Train 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 Kyoto and Okayama ?

  • 7 from Kyoto to Okayama starting from 08:09 Kyoto until 21:00 Kyoto
  • 2 from Kyoto to Okayama starting from 17:10 Kyoto until 18:30 Kyoto

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Kyoto to Okayama overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kyoto and Okayama

Shimotsui Dentetsu ZSM1

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 Kyoto to Okayama?

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

  • 62% took a train
  • 38% opted for a bus

Transportation from Kyoto to Okayama

Facts about the transport from Kyoto to Okayama

Cheapest Transport$23
Fastest Transport1h 1m
Earliest Departure8:09 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance219 kilometers
Transport CompaniesShimotsui Dentetsu ZSM1, Shinkansen JR Central