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

The cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori is to train which costs ¥650 - ¥800 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori is to drive which takes 58 min and costs ¥850 - ¥1300.

Is there a direct bus between Arashiyama and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct bus from Arashiyama station to Dōtonbori station. However, there are services departing from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate and arriving at Nanba Station, Osaka via Osaka Itami Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Arashiyama and Dōtonbori?

No, there is no direct train from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori. However, there are services departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Namba via Kyoto and Shin-Ōsaka Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori?

The distance between Arashiyama and Dōtonbori is 58 km. The road distance is 49.2 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Dōtonbori bus from?

Arashiyama to Dōtonbori bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, depart from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Dōtonbori train from?

Arashiyama to Dōtonbori train services, operated by JR WEST (West Japan Railway Company), depart from Saga-Arashiyama station.

Train or bus from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori is to bus which takes 2h 8m and costs ¥2000 - ¥2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥650 - ¥800 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Arashiyama to Dōtonbori bus arrive?

Arashiyama to Dōtonbori bus services, operated by Hankyu Kanko Airport Limousine Bus, arrive at Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal station.

Where does the Arashiyama to Dōtonbori train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori?

Yes, the driving distance between Arashiyama to Dōtonbori is 49 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Arashiyama to Dōtonbori.

Where can I stay near Dōtonbori?

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Arashiyama to Dōtonbori - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Kyōtotrain
2. Take the train from Kyoto to Shin Osakatrain
3. Take the subway from Shin-Ōsaka Station to Nambasubway
1h 1m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Saitrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2. Take the train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Nihonbashitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
2h 14m
¥653–773
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kyoto Station Hachijou gate to Osaka Itami Airport South Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Osaka Itami Airport to Nanba Station, Osakabus N
2h 8m
¥2,004–2,433
Drive 49.2 km
1. Drive from Arashiyama to Dōtonboricar 49.2 km
58 min
¥853–1,231
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arashiyama to Dōtonboritaxi 49.2 km
58 min
¥18,000–22,000

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Distance: 58.1 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

You can take a train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nanba Station, Osaka via Kyōto, Kyoto Station Hachijou gate, Osaka Itami Airport South Terminal, and Osaka Itami Airport in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Nihonbashi via Sai and Hankyuusaiin Eki in around 2h 14m.

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