Kyoto To Hiroshima Train
- $116Lowest ticket cost
- 340 kmDistance
- 1 h 36 minTravel Time
Train Kyoto to Hiroshima Information
- Train on the route:The Nozomi, running on the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen line, serves this route as a high-speed train reaching up to 300 kilometers per hour.
- Average ticket price:A one-way ticket starts from around 116 USD, with the final cost depending on seat class and departure time.
- Where to purchase tickets:Tickets can be bought through the Rail.Ninja global train ticket reservation system.
- Important to know:Japan Rail Pass holders should book the Hikari or Sakura instead, since the Nozomi is not included in the pass.
Kyoto to Hiroshima Train Timetable
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| Kyoto Station serves as the launch point for a fast run west on the Sanyo-Tokaido Shinkansen, with the Nozomi reaching Hiroshima in around 95 minutes while the Hikari or Sakura may require a short transfer at Shin-Osaka or Shin-Kobe. The trip moves through a changing backdrop of inland valleys and coastal towns, all viewed from a comfortable ordinary seat with ample room for bags. From the transit hub at Kyoto Station, you'll land at Hiroshima Station, close to the Peace Memorial Park and the boat crossing to Miyajima. Keep in mind the Nozomi falls outside Japan Rail Pass coverage when you book your Kyoto to Hiroshima train tickets. Clear signage throughout Kyoto Station makes finding the right platform simple, even during the busiest travel windows. |
Kyoto to Hiroshima Train Information
Use the provided station details for smooth planning of your journey from Kyoto to Hiroshima
Kyoto Train Station
Hiroshima Train Station
Completed in 1997 and designed by architect Hiroshi Hara, Kyoto Station is instantly recognizable for its bold steel-and-glass exterior, a departure from the traditional wooden architecture found throughout the rest of the city. Beyond its role as a rail hub, the building houses shopping arcades, hotels, and a theater, keeping travelers occupied well beyond their train's departure time. Its centerpiece is a vast atrium with a sweeping staircase that climbs toward panoramic rooftop views of Kyoto. The station's futuristic design makes for a striking first impression before heading out to the city's centuries-old temples and shrines.
What to Know About Kyoto to Hiroshima Train
Yes, the Nozomi Shinkansen runs directly from Kyoto Station to Hiroshima Station without a transfer, while the Hikari and Sakura may add a short connection at Shin-Osaka.
The Nozomi completes the trip in around 95 minutes, making it one of the quicker cross-region Shinkansen rides in Japan.
A one-way fare starts from around 116 USD. Compare options and reserve your seat through Rail.Ninja.
Yes, since the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen lines connect seamlessly through Shin-Osaka, travelers can continue on the same network from Osaka through Kyoto to Hiroshima without changing train lines.
The route covers roughly 340 kilometers, a distance the Nozomi Shinkansen turns into a direct trip of about an hour and a half.
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