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Which bus from Kyoto to Tokyo is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Kyoto to Tokyo. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Heisei Enterprise HE0, Sunshine Express SN6 or Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£15
tomorrow
£10
Thursday
£19
Friday
£40
Saturday
£24
Sunday
£20
Monday
£18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
AT Liner 7h 40m 23:00 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 06:40 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Basic £15
Sakura Syoei 7h 40m 22:45 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 06:25 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £15
Yamaichi Service AF5 7h 48m 23:00 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £15
Heisei Enterprise HE0 7h 10m 22:20 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:30 Tokyo Akihabara Station  Economy £16
Sunshine Express SN6 6h 15m 23:15 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:30 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sunshine Express SN6 6h 11m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:41 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £10
Yutaka YT 6h 55m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:25 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £10
Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 7h 18m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £10
AT Liner 7h 40m 22:30 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 06:10 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £10
Chibamirai Kanko Bus KB4 7h 9m 23:45 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:54 Tokyo Yaesu North Gate Station  Economy £10

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sakura Kanko Bus CJ 6h 50m 23:00 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:50 Tokyo Ikebukuro  Economy £19
Kintetsu Bus ZKN2 8h 6m 22:28 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:34 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £25
Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 7h 18m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Premium Economy £29
AT Liner 7h 35m 23:10 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 06:45 Tokyo Yaesu North Gate Station  Economy £31
Heisei Enterprise HE0 7h 10m 22:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:40 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Premium Economy £34

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Shinki Bus HT2 6h 27m 23:45 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:12 Tokyo Yaesu North Gate Station  Basic £40
Shinki Bus HT2 6h 30m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:00 Tokyo Yaesu North Gate Station  Basic £52

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sunshine Express SN6 6h 15m 23:15 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:30 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £24
Sakura Kanko Bus CJ 6h 50m 23:00 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:50 Tokyo Ikebukuro  Economy £24
Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 7h 18m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £25
AT Liner 8h 7m 22:35 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 06:42 Tokyo Tokyo Kajibashi Parking Coach Stop  Economy £30
Yutaka YT 6h 55m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:25 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £30

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sunshine Express SN6 6h 15m 23:15 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:30 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £20
Sakura Kanko Bus CJ 6h 50m 23:00 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:50 Tokyo Yaesu North Gate Station  Economy £20
Sanei Kotsu KB5 7h 10m 22:45 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:55 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £22
Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 7h 18m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £22
Yamaichi Service AF5 7h 48m 23:00 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £25

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
AT Liner 7h 40m 23:00 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 06:40 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Basic £18
Yamaichi Service AF5 7h 48m 23:00 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 06:48 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £18
Sunshine Express SN6 6h 11m 23:30 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:41 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £18
Sakura Syoei 7h 53m 23:55 Kyoto Avanti-mae Coach Station 07:48 Tokyo Tokyo Kajibashi Parking Coach Stop  Economy £19
Sakura Kanko Bus CJ 6h 36m 23:15 Kyoto Jujo Eki Coach Stop 05:51 Tokyo Shinjuku Coach Station  Economy £19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Kyoto to Tokyo is £10 on 17/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Kyoto and Tokyo?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Kyoto to Tokyo. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 96 daily coaches from Kyoto to Tokyo. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Kyoto and Tokyo.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 431 coaches from Kyoto to Tokyo, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Kyoto and Tokyo, with 6 offers.

All facts for Kyoto to Tokyo bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Heisei Enterprise HE0, Sunshine Express SN6 and Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3 that travel daily 62 times by bus from Kyoto to Tokyo in one click. Book your Kyoto to Tokyo bus ticket starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 6h 11m
Earliest Coach 12:10
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 62 Ø
Distance 364.7 km
Coach Companies Heisei Enterprise HE0, Sunshine Express SN6, Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3, AT Liner, Kintetsu Bus ZKN2, Sakura Kanko Bus CJ, Sakura Syoei, Yamaichi Service AF5, Shinki Bus HT2, Heisei Community Bus HC and 5 more.

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Kyoto to Tokyo?

Every day, 62 buses from 15 coach companies leave Kyoto for Tokyo. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
£15
Wednesday 17/12
£10
Thursday 18/12
£19
Friday 19/12
£40
Saturday 20/12
£24
Sunday 21/12
£20
Monday 22/12
£18
Tuesday 23/12
£19
Wednesday 24/12
£19
Thursday 25/12
£19
Friday 26/12
£31
Saturday 27/12
£35
Sunday 28/12
£28
Monday 29/12
£32
Tuesday 30/12
£31
Wednesday 31/12
£18
Thursday 01/01
£58
Friday 02/01
£41
Saturday 03/01
£40
Sunday 04/01
£36
Monday 05/01
£28
Tuesday 06/01
£25
Wednesday 07/01
£24
Thursday 08/01
£22
Friday 09/01
£38
Saturday 10/01
£39
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Kyoto to Tokyo

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £10, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Kyoto to Tokyo. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kyoto to Tokyo, with £10. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £22.

How to save money travelling from Kyoto to Tokyo

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Kyoto to Tokyo in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Kyoto to Tokyo, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Kyoto to Tokyo are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Kyoto to Tokyo?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Kyoto to Tokyo timetable.
In total 15 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Kyoto and Tokyo

Here is a map with all coach stations in Kyoto and Tokyo. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Kyoto to Tokyo

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Kyoto to Tokyo. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Kyoto to Tokyo bus

How much does a Kyoto Tokyo coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Kyoto Tokyo bus trip is available from £10 and takes 7h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Kyoto to Tokyo?

This connection is offered by 15 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £83. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Tokyo.

How many connections are available for the Kyoto Tokyo route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Kyoto to Tokyo is offered by roughly 62 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Tokyo from Kyoto take?

The quickest coach from Kyoto to Tokyo is provided by Sunshine Express SN6 and takes 6h 11m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Kyoto to Tokyo?

The earliest bus to Tokyo departs from Kyoto at 12:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Kyoto to Tokyo?

The latest bus to Tokyo departs from Kyoto at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Kyoto Tokyo route?

Passengers looking to travel from Kyoto to Tokyo can travel with Heisei Enterprise HE0, Sunshine Express SN6 and Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Kyoto and Tokyo?

You can check all the direct connections between Kyoto and Tokyo by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Heisei Enterprise HE0, Sunshine Express SN6 and Tokyo Fuji Kotsu NT3.

What can I take with me on the bus to Tokyo from Kyoto?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Kyoto Tokyo bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Kyoto Tokyo bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Kyoto to Tokyo on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Kyoto to Tokyo?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 62 daily trips between Kyoto and Tokyo. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Kyoto to Tokyo?

Prices and availability for 62 trips between Kyoto and Tokyo change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Kyoto to Tokyo

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

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Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Kyoto and to Tokyo. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
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