Plan Your Visit

Drive: 2 hour 41 minutes (approx.)

Public Transport: 2 hour 23 minutes (approx.)

Take the Nankai Airport Line:

• Board the Nankai Airport Line “Rapit” express train to Namba Station.

Transfer to the Subway:

• At Namba Station, transfer to the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line and travel to Umeda Station.

Take the JR Line:

• From Umeda, take the JR Special Rapid Service to Kyoto Station.

Transfer to the City Bus:

• At Kyoto Station, take the city bus number 100 or 206 towards the city centre.
• Get off at the "Higashiyama Sanjo" stop, which is close to the hotel.

Walk to the Hotel:

• From Higashiyama Sanjo, it’s about a 10-minute walk to the Westin Miyako Kyoto.

Drive: 1 hour 21 minutes (approx.)

Public Transport: 1 hour 25 minutes (approx.)

Take the Airport Limousine Bus:

• Board the limousine bus heading to Kyoto Station.

Transfer to the City Bus:

• Once at Kyoto Station, take city bus number 100 or 206 towards the city centre.

Get Off at Higashiyama Sanjo:

• Get off at the "Higashiyama Sanjo" stop, then walk to the hotel.

Drive: 3 hour 50 minutes (approx.)

Public Transport: 1 hour 58 minutes approx.

Take the Meitetsu Airport Line:

• Upon arriving at Centrair, follow the signs to the Meitetsu train station in the airport.
• Board the Meitetsu μ-Sky Limited Express bound for Nagoya.

Transfer at Nagoya Station:

• Get off at Nagoya Station.
• From Nagoya Station, transfer to the JR Tokaido Shinkansen (bullet train).

Take the Shinkansen to Kyoto:

• Board a Shinkansen (Nozomi, Hikari, or Kodama) heading to Kyoto Station. The journey takes about 35-45 minutes.

Transfer to City Bus:

• At Kyoto Station, take city bus number 100 or 206 towards the city centre.

Get Off at Higashiyama Sanjo:

• Get off at the "Higashiyama Sanjo" stop, which is near the hotel.
• From there, it's about a 10-minute walk to the Westin Miyako Kyoto

Walk to the Nearest Bus Stop:

• Exit the Westin Miyako Kyoto and walk to the nearest bus stop, which is typically Higashiyama Sanjo (about a 10-minute walk).

Take the City Bus:

• At the bus stop, look for city buses numbered 100 or 206. These buses will take you towards popular areas in the city centre, such as Gion, Kyoto Station, and the shopping district.

Get Off at a Central Location:

Depending on your destination, you can get off at:

• Gion (Shijo-Kawaramachi): For traditional streets and temples.
• Kyoto Station: For shopping and transportation connections.
• Shijo Kawaramachi: For shopping and dining.

Explore the City Centre:

• From your bus stop, you’ll have easy access to attractions, restaurants, and shops.

Alternative: Subway

• Walk to Keage Station:
  • If you prefer the subway, walk to Keage Station (about 15 minutes from the hotel).
• Take the Tozai Line:
  • Board the Tozai Line towards Uzumasa Tenjingawa and get off at Kyoto Station or Nijo Station for central locations.

IC Cards (ICOCA, Suica, Pasmo):

• What they are: Rechargeable smart cards usable on trains, buses, and some shops.
• Where to buy: Available at Kansai International Airport, Kyoto Station, or vending machines.
• Loading money: Top up at ticket machines or convenience stores.

1. Single Tickets:
   • Subway and Buses: Purchase single-journey tickets at vending machines or pay cash on buses (exact change required).
   • Cost: Fares range from ¥210 to ¥500 depending on distance.
2. One-Day Passes:
   • Kyoto City Bus & Subway One-Day Card: Unlimited travel on city buses and subways for a day.
   • Where to buy: Available at subway stations and tourist information centres.
3. Day Passes:
   • Consider a Kansai Thru Pass or Kyoto Sightseeing Card for unlimited travel on selected transport for a set number of days.
4. Mobile Payment:
   • Some apps may allow mobile ticket purchases, but options can vary, so check for local services.