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Distance from Kyoto to Tokyo

Straight line

365 km
227 mi · 197 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 57 min

Direction

ENE 77°
initial bearing

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How far is Kyoto from Tokyo?

Kyoto (Japan) and Tokyo (Japan) are a medium distance apart: 365 km in a straight line, that is 227 miles or 197 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kyoto, Tokyo lies to the east (initial bearing 77°). Both cities are in Japan. The halfway point is at 35.3713°, 137.7146°.

A direct flight would take about 57 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Kyoto from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Kyoto and Tokyo is 365 km (227 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tokyo from Kyoto?

Tokyo is to the east of Kyoto, at an initial bearing of 77°.

How long is the flight from Kyoto to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take about 57 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.