Kyoto has many route buses that serve as essential transportation for both sightseeing and daily commutes. These buses cover areas not easily accessible by train, making them a convenient way to get around the city. Here, we introduce the major route buses operating in Kyoto.
1. Kyoto City Bus
Features:
Kyoto City Bus covers a wide area of Kyoto and offers many routes designed for tourists, providing easy access to major attractions.
Fares:
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Regular Fare: ¥230 (within the flat-fare zone); some routes use a distance-based fare system.
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Passes:
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1-Day Bus Pass (Kyoto City Bus & Kyoto Bus): ¥800 (unlimited rides within the flat-fare zone)
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1-Day Subway & Bus Pass: ¥1,100 (unlimited rides on all subway lines and Kyoto City Bus & Kyoto Bus within the flat-fare zone)
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Main Routes:
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Route 100: Kyoto Station – Kiyomizu Temple – Ginkakuji (Tourist Route)
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Route 205: Kyoto Station – Kinkakuji – Kitaoji (Connects major sightseeing spots)
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Route 5: Kyoto Station – Nanzenji – Ginkakuji (North-South city route)
Payment Methods:
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IC Cards: PiTaPa, ICOCA, Suica, PASMO, and other nationwide IC cards are accepted.
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Cash: Exact fare is required. If you don’t have the exact amount, use the change machine near the driver's seat before paying.
京都市交通局：路線図 (The webpage is in Japanese, but there is an English route map PDF in the middle section)
2. Kyoto Bus
Features:
Kyoto Bus operates more routes to suburban areas compared to Kyoto City Bus, making it convenient for accessing places like Arashiyama and Ohara.
Fares:
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Regular Fare: ¥230 (within the flat-fare zone); distance-based fares apply to longer routes.
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Passes:
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1-Day Bus Pass (shared with Kyoto City Bus): ¥1,100
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Main Routes:
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Route 17: Kyoto Station – Ohara (Ohara Sanzen-in Temple area)
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Route 62: Shijo Kawaramachi – Arashiyama (Connects central Kyoto with the Arashiyama area)
Payment Methods:
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IC Cards: PiTaPa, ICOCA, Suica, PASMO, and others are accepted.
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Cash: Exact fare is required.
京都バス株式会社 (only Japanese)
3. Keihan Bus
Features:
Keihan Bus mainly serves the southern and Yamashina areas of Kyoto. Some routes extend to Osaka and Shiga.
Fares:
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Regular Fare: ¥230 (within the flat-fare zone); some routes have distance-based fares.
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Passes:
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1-Day Bus Pass (shared with Kyoto City Bus): ¥1,100
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Main Routes:
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Route 81: Kyoto Station – Uji (Convenient for sightseeing in Uji)
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Route 27: Yamashina – Shijo Kawaramachi (Connects Yamashina area with central Kyoto)
Payment Methods:
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IC Cards: PiTaPa, ICOCA, Suica, PASMO, and others are accepted.
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Cash: Exact fare is required.
4. JR Bus (West Japan JR Bus)
Features:
JR Bus primarily operates routes to Sagano and Takao. It is useful in combination with trains.
Fares:
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Regular Fare: ¥230 (within the flat-fare zone); distance-based fares apply on longer routes.
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Passes: A free pass for the Takao-Keihoku Line is available.
Main Routes:
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Takao-Keihoku Line: Kyoto Station – Takao – Shuzan (Leads to the nature-rich Keihoku area)
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Sagano Line: Kyoto Station – Arashiyama (Connects Kyoto Station with Arashiyama)
Payment Methods:
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IC Cards: PiTaPa, ICOCA, Suica, PASMO, and others are accepted.
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Cash: Exact fare is required.
Conclusion
Kyoto has various route buses that provide convenient transportation to sightseeing spots. By choosing the right bus for your destination, you can travel efficiently and make the most of your Kyoto experience!
*Note: This information is accurate as of April 2025. Please check for the latest fare updates.
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