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

The cheapest way to get from Arashiyama to Gion is to drive which costs ¥160 - ¥240 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Arashiyama to Gion is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs ¥4800 - ¥6000.

Is there a direct bus between Arashiyama and Gion?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nishioji Oike and arriving at Gion. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Arashiyama and Gion?

No, there is no direct train from Arashiyama to Gion. However, there are services departing from Saga-Arashiyama and arriving at Sanjokeihan via Nijo(Kyoto). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Arashiyama to Gion?

The distance between Arashiyama and Gion is 9 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Gion without a car is to train and subway which takes 17 min and costs ¥360 - ¥450.

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

It takes approximately 17 min to get from Arashiyama to Gion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Gion bus from?

Arashiyama to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, depart from Nishioji Oike station.

Where do I catch the Arashiyama to Gion train from?

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

Train or bus from Arashiyama to Gion?

The best way to get from Arashiyama to Gion is to line 203 bus which takes 21 min and costs ¥230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥380 - ¥440 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Arashiyama to Gion bus arrive?

Arashiyama to Gion bus services, operated by Kyoto City Bus, arrive at Gion station.

Where does the Arashiyama to Gion train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arashiyama to Gion?

Yes, the driving distance between Arashiyama to Gion is 10 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Arashiyama to Gion.

Where can I stay near Gion?

There are 3770+ hotels available in Gion.

Arashiyama to Gion - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 203 bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Arashiyama to Gion by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama to Nijōtrain Sagano Line Local / ...
2. Take the subway from Nijo(Kyoto) to Sanjokeihansubway [142350] Kyoto City Subway Tozai / ...
17 min
¥368–442
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arashiyama to Gioncar 9.7 km
13 min
¥167–241
Line 203 bus
1. Take the bus from Nishioji Oike to Gionbus 203
21 min
¥230
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arashiyama to Giontaxi 9.7 km
13 min
¥4,800–6,000
Train
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Saitrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama / ...
2. Take the train from Hankyuusaiin Eki to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
29 min
¥383–433
Train, line 203 bus
1. Take the train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Shijoomiyatrain [165977] Randen Arashiyama
2. Take the bus from Shijo Omiya to Gionbus 203
42 min
¥480

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Arashiyama, Japan and Gion, Kyoto, Japan?

Kyoto City Bus operates a bus from Nishioji Oike to Gion every 15 minutes. Tickets cost ¥230 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arashiyama(Tramway) to Kyouto Kawaramachi via Sai and Hankyuusaiin Eki in around 29 min.

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