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

The cheapest way to get from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama is to drive which costs ¥350 - ¥550 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs ¥7500 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Ōtsu and Sagaarashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama. However, there are services departing from Zeze and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama?

The distance between Ōtsu and Sagaarashiyama is 23 km. The road distance is 20.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs ¥420 - ¥600.

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama train from?

Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Zeze station.

Where does the Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama train arrive?

Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyōto station.

Can I drive from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama is 20 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama.

Where can I stay near Sagaarashiyama?

There are 3771+ hotels available in Sagaarashiyama.

Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyama by train, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zeze to Kyōtotrain [21833] Jr Biwako / ...
2. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain Sagano Line Local / ...
34 min
¥423–599
Drive 20.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyamacar 20.5 km
27 min
¥355–513
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ōtsu to Sagaarashiyamataxi 20.5 km
27 min
¥7,500–9,500
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Kamisakaemachi to Misasagitrain
2. Take the subway from Misasagi to Uzumasatenjingawasubway
3. Take the train from Randen-Tenjingawa to Randen-Sagatrain
58 min

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Distance: 22.6 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Ōtsu, Japan and Sagaarashiyama, Japan?

You can take a train from Zeze to Saga-Arashiyama via Kyōto in around 34 min.

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