The quickiest way from Tokyo to Kyoto is by
Shinkansen(bullet train).
There are 3 types of Shinkansens you can catch; Nozomi,Hikari, and
Kodama.
Nozomi travels from Tokyo to Kyoto in 138 minutes and costs 13,520 yen
during normal periods.
Hikari travels from Tokyo to Kyoto in 159 minutes and costs 13,220 yen
during normal periods.
Kodama travels in 232 minutes, much longer than others, and costs
13,220 yen during normal periods.
*200 yen surcharge during peak periods and 200 yen discount during off
peak perilds applies to all trains.