How to travel from Hachinohe to Kyoto, Japan

The distance between Hachinohe and Kyoto is around 892km (554 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3hrs.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Hachinohe to Kyoto by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KyotoHachinohe if you're planning a return trip.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Misawa then fly from Misawa (MSJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    ¥31,900($235)
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Train

Take the train to Tokyo and then to Kyoto.

  • Duration5h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ¥30,530($225)
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Bus

Take the bus to Sendai Station then Shonaikankobussankan and then to Kyouto eki Hachizyouguchi.

  • Duration17h 15m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ¥24,370($180)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Kyoto.

  • Duration12h 25m
  • Distance995km (618 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hachinohe and Kyoto

There are several options for getting from Hachinohe to Kyoto by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥24,370 ($180) and will take around 17h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥31,900 ($235).

The distance between Hachinohe and Kyoto is around 892km (554 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 791km (492 miles)

It takes around 5h 25m to get from Hachinohe and Kyoto by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hachinohe to Kyoto is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx ¥31,900 ($235).

The cheapest way to travel between Hachinohe and Kyoto, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥24,370 ($180) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hachinohe and Kyoto. It typically takes around 5h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hachinohe to Kyoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Hachinohe, Tokyo and Kyoto. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 25m.

Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Hachinohe and Kyoto. Trains depart hourly and will take around 5h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Hachinohe and Kyoto. It typically takes around 17h 15m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Hachinohe to Kyoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sendai Station, Sendai eki mae and Shonaikankobussankan. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 17h 15m.

Nanbu Bus and Shonai Kotsu run regular bus services between Hachinohe and Kyoto. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 17h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Hachinohe to Kyoto. We recommend that you take the train to Misawa then fly from Misawa (MSJ) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Kyoto is Itami Airport (ITM) (ITM) which is approximately 38km (24 miles) from Kyoto. Kansai International Airport (KIX) (KIX) and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) (NGO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Hachinohe and Kyoto. The distance is around 995km (618 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hachinohe to Kyoto is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 25m and will usually cost around ¥30,530 ($225).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hachinohe and Kyoto

Transport options from Hachinohe to Kyoto
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 3 similar
3hrs
¥31,900($235)
hourly910km (566 miles)
Train to Shin-Hanamaki, Fly3h 25m
¥35,045($255)
once daily906km (563 miles)
Train to Shin-Hanamaki, plane3h 40m
¥36,140($265)
once daily892km (554 miles)
Train to Shin-Aomori, Fly3h 50m
¥53,115($390)
hourly953km (592 miles)
Train
5h 25m
¥30,530($225)
hourly1,076km (669 miles)
Bus
17h 15m
¥24,370($180)
5 times a week1,122km (697 miles)
Drive
12h 25m
¥14,375($105)
on demand995km (618 miles)

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Airports near Kyoto

The following major airports near Kyoto offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.

ITM
Itami Airport (ITM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
38km (24 miles) from Kyoto
KIX
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
International Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Kyoto
NGO
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
International Airport
Distance
97km (61 miles) from Kyoto