How to travel from Tsu to Kyoto, Japan

The distance between Tsu and Kyoto is around 102km (64 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Tsu to Kyoto by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train

Take the train to Kintetsunagoya and then to Kyoto.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ¥6,845($50)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Gojo Keihan.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    ¥2,465($18)
Operated by

Mie Kotsu

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Kyoto.

  • Duration1h 10m
  • Distance102km (64 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tsu and Kyoto

There are several options for getting from Tsu to Kyoto by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ¥2,465 ($18) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ¥1,645 ($12).

The distance between Tsu and Kyoto is around 102km (64 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 76km (47 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Tsu and Kyoto by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Tsu to Kyoto is to drive which takes around 1h 10m and will set you back approx ¥1,645 ($12).

The cheapest way to travel between Tsu and Kyoto, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ¥2,465 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Tsu and Kyoto. It typically takes around 1h 35m and departs every 30 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Tsu to Kyoto. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kintetsunagoya, Nagoya and Kyoto. These services run every 30 mins and will take a minimum of 1h 35m.

Kintetsu Limited Express, Kintetsu Railways and Japan Railways Shinkansen run train services between Tsu and Kyoto. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 1h 35m, 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 Tsu and Kyoto. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Tsu and Kyoto with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 1h 45m.

Mie Kotsu run regular bus services between Tsu and Kyoto. Buses run once daily and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Tsu to Kyoto. We recommend that you take the bus to Gojo Keihan. instead which will take 1h 45m.

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 Tsu and Kyoto. The distance is around 102km (64 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tsu to Kyoto is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around ¥2,465 ($18).

How do I get from Tsu to Kyoto

Compare travel optionsbetween Tsu and Kyoto

Transport options from Tsu to Kyoto
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 35m
¥6,845($50)
every 30 mins204km (127 miles)
Bus
1h 45m
¥2,465($18)
once daily103km (64 miles)
Drive
1h 10m
¥1,645($12)
on demand102km (64 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