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Kyoto City Subway, Bus One-Day Pass

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Kyoto City Subway, Bus One-Day Pass

The wallet-friendly day pass to get around the Kyoto city streets.

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Supervised by :  Kyoto Municipal Transportation Bureau

This savvy ticket bundles unlimited rides for one day on all Kyoto City Subway and City Bus lines, as well as on Kyoto Bus, Keihan Bus, and JR Bus routes. Apart from a few excluded sections of the Kyoto, Keihan and JR bus routes, use this pass to get almost anywhere in the Kyoto city limits. Many travelers in the know enjoy using both subway and bus routes with this ticket to get around even the most crowded city spots with ease.

As an added perk, you can now hop on the Tourist Express Bus with this pass as of June 1, 2024 and see city travel staples like Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Gion, and Ginkaku-ji from JR Kyoto Station. This specific bus on runs on weekends and holidays.

With this special pass in hand you can even find a number of coveted discounts at 60 different spots around the city. From discounted admission at sites like temples, shrines, and other culture hubs to discounts on special perks at local eateries, there’s plenty to enjoy once you get where you’re going. Purchase your special pass at Kyoto subway stations, city bus and subway information centers, or even onboard city buses. Just remember that passes do sell out so its best to pick them up in advance for the smoothest travel.

Highlights

  • Premium one day pass covering travel to almost anywhere across the city of Kyoto.
  • Includes access to the Tourist Express Bus, operating on weekends and holidays.
  • Enjoy discounts at approximately 60 facilities within Kyoto City.

Photos

  • Adult One-Day Pass

    Adult One-Day Pass

  • Child One-Day Pass

    Child One-Day Pass

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there brochures available in foreign languages? If so, which languages?
A

Multilingual leaflet for "Subway, Bus One-Day Pass": English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Tourist map "Subway & Bus Navigation": English, Simplified Chinese, Korean

Q

Do I need to make a reservation to use the pass?
A

No reservation is necessary.

Q

Do I need a passport or any identification to purchase the pass?
A

No identification is required.

Reviews

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  • Holly
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    I actually preferred the simple one-day bus pass, but unfortunately it has been discontinued. Now there's only the combined Subway & Bus One-Day Pass, which costs JPY 1,100 for adults. Although the pass includes the subway, I'm still more used to taking buses when traveling in Kyoto. Many temples, shrines, and smaller attractions in Kyoto are some distance from subway stations, while buses can take you closer to your destination, making it easier to get around on foot.
    However, if I'm traveling a longer distance or it's rush hour or a busy sightseeing period, I'll take the subway instead because the roads can get congested. So while this pass isn't as cheap as the old bus-only pass, it at least offers more flexibility. Although it costs more than before, it's still easy to get your money's worth if you're visiting several attractions and taking the bus multiple times that day. And for people who aren't very familiar with Kyoto's buses, this kind of PASS means there's no need to panic too much if you take the wrong bus. It's still quite good.

  • BobbyJenny
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    The Kyoto Subway and Bus One-Day Pass allows unlimited rides on Kyoto's municipal subway and city buses for one day, making it very convenient for anyone visiting several attractions in a single day. You don't have to keep preparing exact change or buying tickets—just use the pass to board. It can be used to reach places like Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine, and transfers are easy too. After using it, I felt that it saved quite a bit on transportation costs and made my itinerary more flexible. It's very practical for first-time independent travelers to Kyoto.

  • 丞丞
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    Taking the bus is definitely the most convenient way to get around Kyoto city.

Details

Name in Japanese
京都市地下鉄・バス1日券
Issuer
Kyoto Municipal Transportation Bureau
Fare
Adult 1,100 yen, Child 550 yen
Sales Locations
City bus and subway information centers, commuter pass sales offices, subway station ticket counters, onboard city buses, city bus depots
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
Official Website (English)
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