Day trip from Kyoto to Ikoma
Ikoma lies 38 km (24 mi) south of Kyoto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 38 km (24 mi) apart, Ikoma is a realistic day trip from Kyoto: about 37 min each way by road.
| Kyoto | Ikoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 120,741 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 146 m (479 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Ikoma
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Staying in Ikoma
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Common questions
How far is Ikoma from Kyoto?
38 km (24 mi) in a straight line, south of Kyoto; by road roughly 46 km (29 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Ikoma by road?
About 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kyoto and Ikoma?
No, both are on Asia/Tokyo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.