What is the cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Gion?

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Gion is to drive which costs ¥190 - ¥280 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Gion?

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Gion is to subway which takes 7 min and costs ¥230 - ¥270.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Yamashina and arriving at Higashiyama(Kyoto). Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Ōtsu to Gion?

The distance between Ōtsu and Gion is 5 km. The road distance is 11.1 km.

How do I travel from Ōtsu to Gion without a car?

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Gion without a car is to subway which takes 7 min and costs ¥230 - ¥270.

How long does it take to get from Ōtsu to Gion?

The subway from Yamashina to Higashiyama(Kyoto) takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Gion train from?

Ōtsu to Gion train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, depart from Yamashina station.

Where does the Ōtsu to Gion train arrive?

Ōtsu to Gion train services, operated by Kyoto City Subway, arrive at Higashiyama(Kyoto) station.

Can I drive from Ōtsu to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu to Gion is 11 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Ōtsu to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3741+ hotels available in Gion.

Ōtsu to Gion - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ōtsu to Gion by subway, taxi, car, or train

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Yamashina to Higashiyama(Kyoto)subway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
7 min
¥230–270
Drive 11.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Gioncar 11.1 km
15 min
¥193–278
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōtsu to Giontaxi 11.1 km
15 min
¥4,300–5,500
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Zeze to Yamashinatrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the subway from Yamashina to Sanjokeihansubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai
21 min
¥370–464
Train, subway via Kamisakaemachi
1. Take the train from Kamisakaemachi to Misasagitrain [98235] Keihan Keishin
2. Take the subway from Misasagi to Sanjokeihansubway [142094] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
22 min
¥502–604

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Distance: 4.6 km
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What companies run services between Ōtsu, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Subway operates a subway from Yamashina to Higashiyama(Kyoto) every 10 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230–270 and the journey takes 7 min.

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