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How to get from Hiroshima to Kyoto
Every practical way to travel from Hiroshima to Kyoto, compared on time, cost and changes.
Hiroshima Station → Kyoto Station
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Shinkansen (Bullet Train)
Fastest- Journey time
- 1h 40m
- Typical fare
- ¥11,740
- Changes
- Direct
Book tickets on KlookJR Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass (5-day)
Highway Bus
Cheapest- Journey time
- 5h 29m
- Typical fare
- ¥5,450
- Changes
- 1
Via Hiroshima → Osaka → Kyoto
Journey times and fares are typical one-way figures for a standard seat, not live quotes. Peak-season, reserved-seat and green-car prices run higher — always confirm at the time of booking.
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What to know
Straight run on the Sanyo Shinkansen. If you're also doing Himeji or Okayama, price a regional JR West pass before buying singles — the break-even point comes faster than you'd think.
Is a rail pass worth it?
This journey alone comes to about ¥23,480 return, so a nationwide pass will not pay for itself on this trip. A regional pass is the better question — check the one below against your full itinerary.
Frequently asked
- What is the fastest way to get from Hiroshima to Kyoto?
- Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 1h 40m for a typical fare of ¥11,740.
- What is the cheapest way to get from Hiroshima to Kyoto?
- Highway Bus — about 5h 29m for a typical fare of ¥5,450.
- How long does it take to get from Hiroshima to Kyoto?
- Shinkansen (Bullet Train) — about 1h 40m for a typical fare of ¥11,740.