What is the cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama?

The cheapest way to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama is to train which costs ¥600 - ¥750 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama?

The fastest way to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama is to drive which takes 53 min and costs ¥800 - ¥1200.

Is there a direct train between Ōsaka and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Ōsaka to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from Yodoyabashi and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Shin Osaka and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Ōsaka to Arashiyama?

The distance between Ōsaka and Arashiyama is 55 km. The road distance is 47.4 km.

How do I travel from Ōsaka to Arashiyama without a car?

The best way to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōsaka to Arashiyama train from?

Ōsaka to Arashiyama train services, operated by Osaka Metro, depart from Yodoyabashi station.

Where does the Ōsaka to Arashiyama train arrive?

Ōsaka to Arashiyama train services, operated by Osaka Metro, arrive at Shin-Ōsaka Station.

Can I drive from Ōsaka to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōsaka to Arashiyama is 47 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Ōsaka to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3763+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Ōsaka to Arashiyama - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ōsaka to Arashiyama by subway, train, car, or taxi

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Yodoyabashi to Shin-Ōsaka Stationsubway
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain
3. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
1h
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ōsaka to Hankyuusaiin Ekitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2. Take the train from Sai to Arashiyama(Tramway)train [165821] Randen Arashiyama / ...
1h 33m
¥636–731
Drive 47.4 km
1. Drive from Osaka to Arashiyamacar 47.4 km
53 min
¥823–1,189
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Osaka to Arashiyamataxi 47.4 km
53 min
¥17,000–22,000
Train via Sanjokeihan
1. Take the train from Yodoyabashi to Sanjotrain Keihan Main Line Limited Express / ...
1h 29m
¥704–857

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Distance: 54.8 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Ōsaka, Japan and Arashiyama, Japan?

Keihan Electric Railway operates a train from Yodoyabashi to Sanjo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥470–600 and the journey takes 53 min.

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