How to travel from Obihiro to Kyoto, Japan
The distance between Obihiro and Kyoto is around 1,260km (783 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Obihiro to Kyoto by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kyoto → Obihiro if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Obihiro (OBO) to Osaka Itami (ITM).
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time2h 55m
- Typical cost¥25,465($185)
AIRDO
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Train
Take the train to Minami-Chitose, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto then Tokyo and then to Kyoto.
- Duration11h 50m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost¥44,765($325)
Multiple train operators
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Minami-Chitose Station then take the train to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto and then to Tokyo then take the bus to Kyōto.
- Duration17h 30m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost¥40,660($295)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Tomakomai West Port Ferry Terminal then take a ferry to Tsuruga then drive to Kyoto.
- Duration24hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost¥22,040($160)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Obihiro and Kyoto
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Obihiro to Kyoto by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around ¥22,040 ($160) and will take around 24hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥25,465 ($185).
The distance between Obihiro and Kyoto is around 1,260km (783 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,088km (676 miles)
It takes around 4h 25m to get from Obihiro and Kyoto by plane.
The quickest way to get from Obihiro to Kyoto is to fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx ¥25,465 ($185).
The cheapest way to travel between Obihiro and Kyoto is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around ¥22,040 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Obihiro and Kyoto. It typically takes around 11h 50m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Obihiro to Kyoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Minami-Chitose, Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto, Tokyo and Kyoto. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 11h 50m.
Japan Railways Limited Express and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Obihiro and Kyoto. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 11h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Obihiro and Kyoto. We recommend that you fly from Obihiro (OBO) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Obihiro and Kyoto. Flights depart from Obihiro (OBO) and arrive at Osaka Itami (ITM) - via Tokyo Haneda (HND). The flight takes around 2h 55m.
There is no direct flight from Obihiro to Kyoto. There is however a flight that goes via Tokyo Haneda (HND). This services will take at least 4h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Obihiro to Kyoto typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Obihiro (OBO) and and arrive into Osaka Itami (ITM).
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
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Obihiro to Kyoto. We recommend that you fly from Obihiro (OBO) to Osaka Itami (ITM). instead which will take 4h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Obihiro to Kyoto is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 25m and will usually cost around ¥25,465 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Obihiro and Kyoto
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4h 25m | ¥25,465($185) | every 4 hours | 1,326km (824 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 55m | ¥26,150($190) | every 4 hours | 1,392km (865 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 5hrs | ¥33,540($245) | every 2 hours | 1,260km (783 miles) |
| Fly to Tokyo Haneda (HND), Train | 5h 5m | ¥25,465($185) | every 4 hours | 1,367km (849 miles) |
Train | 11h 50m | ¥44,765($325) | every 4 hours | 1,730km (1,075 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 17h 30m | ¥40,660($295) | twice daily | 1,718km (1,068 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 1 day 2h | ¥26,970($195) | once daily | 1,429km (888 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 24hrs | ¥22,040($160) | once daily | 1,288km (801 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Obihiro and Kyoto
Airlines
AIRDO
Ibex Airlines
Skymark Airlines
Ferry operators
Shin Nihonkai Ferry
Bus companies
Hokuto Kotsu
Obiun Kanko
Kintetsu Bus
北海道バス
Hokkaido Chuo Bus
Train operators
Airports near Kyoto
The following major airports near Kyoto offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Japan and internationally.
Itami Airport (ITM)
- Distance
- 38km (24 miles) from Kyoto
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Kyoto
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
- Distance
- 97km (61 miles) from Kyoto