Kitakyushu to Kyoto by bus
Kyoto lies 468 km (291 mi) east of Kitakyushu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 8 h 39 min including stops, over roughly 571 km (355 mi) of road.
| Kitakyushu | Kyoto | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 940,978 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book buses from Kitakyushu to Kyoto
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Staying in Kyoto
Our booking partner lists 3,110+ places to stay in Kyoto (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 971 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (422), and 76 are five-star. Across 782 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 858,463 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kyoto from Kitakyushu?
468 km (291 mi) in a straight line, east of Kitakyushu; by road roughly 571 km (355 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kitakyushu to Kyoto by bus?
About 8 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kitakyushu and Kyoto?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Kyoto?
Our booking partner lists 3,110+ places to stay in Kyoto, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.