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

The cheapest way to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama is to night bus which costs ¥4200 - ¥8500 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama is to fly and bus which takes 4h 15m and costs ¥14000 - ¥22000.

Is there a direct bus between Asakusa and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct bus from Asakusa to Arashiyama station. However, there are services departing from 隅田公園 and arriving at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi via Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Asakusa and Arashiyama?

No, there is no direct train from Asakusa to Arashiyama. However, there are services departing from 浅草 Asakusa and arriving at Saga-Arashiyama via 秋葉原 Akihabara, Tōkyō Station and Kyōto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Asakusa to Arashiyama?

The distance between Asakusa and Arashiyama is 492 km. The road distance is 469.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Arashiyama bus from?

Asakusa to Arashiyama bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, depart from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit.

Where do I catch the Asakusa to Arashiyama train from?

Asakusa to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Tōkyō Station.

Train or bus from Asakusa to Arashiyama?

The best way to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥3600 - ¥13000 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Asakusa to Arashiyama bus arrive?

Asakusa to Arashiyama bus services, operated by JR Bus Kanto, arrive at Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi.

Where does the Asakusa to Arashiyama train arrive?

Asakusa to Arashiyama train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Asakusa to Arashiyama?

Yes, the driving distance between Asakusa to Arashiyama is 469 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Asakusa to Arashiyama.

Where can I stay near Arashiyama?

There are 3763+ hotels available in Arashiyama.

Asakusa to Arashiyama - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, and car

How to get fromAsakusa to Arashiyama

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama by train, bus, night bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
3h 23m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchibus
9h 46m
¥3,597–12,487
Night bus
1. Take the night bus from Asakusa Station to Kyoto Station Hachijo gatenightbus Flying Sneaker
8h 19m
¥4,200–8,190
Drive 469.3 km
1. Drive from Asakusa to Arashiyamacar 469.3 km
5h 14m
¥8,142–11,760
Fly Tokyo International Airport to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane HND - ITM
2. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 15m
¥14,110–21,756
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from 秋葉原 Akihabara to 浜松町 Hamamatsuchōtrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Kobe (UKB)plane HND - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain
4. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
4h 59m
Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Osaka International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from 日暮里 Nippori to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train
2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Osaka International Airport (ITM)plane NRT - ITM
3. Take the bus from Osaka Airport to Kyoto Station Hachijou gatebus
4h 51m
¥17,167–36,260
Train to Tokyo International Airport, fly to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, train
1. Take the train from 秋葉原 Akihabara to 浜松町 Hamamatsuchōtrain
2. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO)plane HND - NGO
3. Take the train from Nagoya to Kyototrain
4. Take the train from Kyōto to Saga-Arashiyamatrain
4h 40m
Train to Ibaraki Airport, fly to Kobe, train
1. Take the train from Ueno to Ishiokatrain
2. Fly from Ibaraki Airport (IBR) to Kobe (UKB)plane IBR - UKB
3. Take the train from Shin Kobe to Kyototrain
5h 33m

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Osaka International Airport (ITM) flights

217Weekly Planes

1h 9mAverage Duration

¥12,150Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Asakusa to Arashiyama.

Launch map view

Distance: 491.9 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Tōkyō Station to Kyoto every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, JR Bus Kanto operates a bus from Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit to Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi once daily. Tickets cost ¥3,200–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 48m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Japan

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.