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Kyoto to Chūō by bus

Chūō lies 372 km (231 mi) east of Kyoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 55 min including stops, over roughly 454 km (282 mi) of road.

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KyotoChūō
CountryJapanJapan
Population1.5 million169,179
Elevation50 m (164 ft)1 m (3 ft)
Time nowUTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo)

Where to book buses from Kyoto to Chūō

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Staying in Chūō

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Common questions

How far is Chūō from Kyoto?

372 km (231 mi) in a straight line, east of Kyoto; by road roughly 454 km (282 mi).

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Chūō by bus?

About 6 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Kyoto and Chūō?

No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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  • 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.